Identification and characterization of 13 gene families encoding enzymes involved in flavonoid biosynthesis in barley and their roles under abiotic stress

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Identification and characterization of 13 gene families encoding enzymes involved in flavonoid biosynthesis in barley and their roles under abiotic stress

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