| Literature DB >> 28304779 |
Klaus -Dieter Spindler1,2, Werner A Müller1.
Abstract
The planulae ofHydractinia, the metamorphosis of which normally is induced by certain bacteria, will undergo transformation into polyps also when exposed to a lithiumpulse. The optimal concentration and incubation period for rapid and complete transformation have been determined at 24 mM Li+ and 2 hrs respectively. 96 mM K+ applied for 2 hrs will also result in some induction. The possible mode of action exerted by the Li-ion as compared with induction caused by bacteria is discussed.Entities:
Year: 1972 PMID: 28304779 DOI: 10.1007/BF00580249
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Wilhelm Roux Arch Entwickl Mech Org ISSN: 0043-5546