In 1990, NASA recovered tomato seeds after nearly 6 years on LDEF; classroom tests found space seeds germinated at 73.8% versus 70.3% for Earth controls

In 1990, NASA conducted a unique experiment with tomato seeds sent into space for nearly six years, later distributing them to 3.3 million students. The results showed surprising germination rates, igniting interest in space agriculture and education.

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