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Original article

Effect of ammonium: nitrate nutrient ratio on nitrate and glucosinolate contents of hydroponically-grown rocket salad (Eruca sativa Mill.)

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Pages 387-393 | Received 28 Oct 2005, Accepted 04 May 2006, Published online: 17 Dec 2010

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