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CONCLUSIONS 
Very immature wheat shows almost perfect germination. 
Freezing impairs the germination of wheat less the more mature 
the wheat is at the time of freezing. 
The germination of frosted wheat is greatly affected by aging. 
The germination is at first relatively low, increases with time to a 
maximum, and then decreases to a low degree. 
Frosted wheat should be tested for germination immediately 
before seeding. 
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