Title: Gamma-Ray-Induced Spore Germination of <i>Dictyostelium discoideum</i>
Abstract: 60 Co gamma rays can induce germination of the spores of the cellular slime mold, Dictyostelium discoideum , in the absence of heat shock, amino acids, or bacteria food source. About 65% amoebae emergence occurs by 13 hr after a dose of 180 krad.