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Sometimes baby plants grow very strong.

Time course imaging of two maize inbreds LH198 and PHG47 and their F1 hybrid.gif
Time course imaging of two maize inbreds LH198 and PHG47 and their F1 hybrid.gif
They get this from two different parents. This makes them grow fast. It also helps them grow more food. It is like a super boost! Can you find a strong plant?

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