Date of Award
8-1970
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Biological Sciences
First Advisor
Dr. Leo C. Vander Beek
Second Advisor
Dr. William C. VanDeventer
Third Advisor
Dr. Richard W. Pippen
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
The effects of three biodegradable detergents upon root elongation of Cucumis sativus and Avena sativa was determined. All three detergents inhibit root elongation; the degree of inhibition depends on the brand of detergent and the species tested. Contact of the detergents with a sandy-loam results in reversal of inhibition of root elongation; the degree of reversal varies with detergent and species. However, reversal after 48 hours contact with soil does not appear to be due to degradation by microorganisms. Effects of aeration and of pH on test solutions are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Bishop, Nancy Lou, "The Biodegradability of Detergents and the Effects of Biodegradable Detergents upon Root Elongation of Certain Plants" (1970). Masters Theses. 2954.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/2954