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METHODS previously used for estimating the percentage germination of fungal spores have involved hanging-drop or slide cultures. The environmental conditions, when using these methods, have always been difficult to standardize, though it may be argued that for pathological work they simulate those existing on the surface of fruits and leaves.
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Fisher, R. A., "Statistical Methods for Research Workers", 9th ed. (Oliver and Boyd, Edinburgh and London, 1946).
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DAVIES, O., DUCKWORTH, R. & HARRIS, G. A Method for Estimating Percentage Germination of Fungal Spores. Nature 161, 642 (1948). https://doi.org/10.1038/161642b0
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