Prasad Lab Equipment

A Plant Growth Chamber is a controlled environment used for growing plants in research and experimentation. It allows for precise control over variables such as light, temperature, humidity, and CO2 concentration, providing optimal conditions for plant growth. These chambers are widely used in laboratories, agricultural research, and horticulture for studying plant development, conducting genetic research, testing plant responses to environmental changes, and growing crops under specific conditions.

Key Features of a Plant Growth Chamber:

1. Environmental Control:

   • Temperature: The chamber allows precise control over temperature, which is critical for plant growth. Temperature settings can be adjusted to simulate various climates, from tropical to temperate.
   • Humidity: Humidity levels can be regulated to mimic the desired conditions for specific plant species. This is important for processes like transpiration and photosynthesis.
   • Light: The chamber has light sources (such as LED or fluorescent lights) that provide controlled light intensity and photoperiods (day/night cycles). Light is crucial for photosynthesis and flowering.
   • CO2 Concentration: Some advanced plant growth chambers allow for the control of CO2 levels, which can affect plant growth and photosynthetic rates.

2. Size and Layout:

   • Plant growth chambers come in various sizes, from small benchtop units for individual experiments to large walk-in chambers that can accommodate multiple plants or large crops.