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245 1 0 _aPlant Responses to Cadmium Toxicity
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_bInsights into Physiology and Defense Mechanisms /
_cedited by Tariq Aftab.
250 _a1st ed. 2024.
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_c2024.
300 _aXI, 531 p. 31 illus., 29 illus. in color.
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490 1 _aEnvironmental Science and Engineering,
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505 0 _aIntroduction to Cadmium Toxicity in Plants -- Cadmium Uptake and Transport Mechanisms -- Mechanisms of Cadmium Tolerance in Plants -- Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Defense -- Genetic Basis of Cadmium Tolerance in Plants -- Molecular Mechanisms of Cadmium Tolerance -- Approaches to Reducing Cadmium Uptake and Accumulation in Plants -- Phytoremediation: Using Plants to Detoxify Cadmium-Contaminated Soil -- Cadmium and Plant-Microbe Interactions -- Case Studies and Research Advances -- Impact of Cadmium Toxicity on Food Safety and Human Health -- Future Perspectives in Cadmium Toxicity Research.
520 _aThis book offers an exploration of how plants respond to the presence of cadmium, shedding light on both the physiological and molecular mechanisms In an era of growing environmental concern, this edited book serves as an invaluable resource, shedding light on the intricate interplay between plants and cadmium, a menacing environmental pollutant. Cadmium's pervasive presence in the soil poses a significant threat to plant ecosystems, impacting food security and human well-being. This comprehensive book explores the multifaceted responses of plants to cadmium toxicity, offering critical insights into the physiological and molecular mechanisms governing these reactions. The edited book delves into the intricate relationship between plants and cadmium, a highly toxic heavy metal. Cadmium contamination in the environment, largely stemming from industrial processes and agricultural practices, poses a significant threat to plant ecosystems and, by extension, human and environmental health. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of how plants respond to the presence of cadmium, shedding light on both the physiological and molecular mechanisms that govern these responses. Written by leading experts in the field, this book provides a holistic understanding of the challenges posed by cadmium contamination and the innovative strategies plants employ to combat its detrimental effects. It encompasses a wide array of topics, from the physiological changes plants undergo under cadmium stress to the genetic and molecular pathways activated in response. Furthermore, it explores the practical potential of phytoremediation, a sustainable approach that harnesses plants' abilities to detoxify contaminated environments. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scholars, and students in the fields of plant biology, environmental science, and toxicology, offering a deep understanding of the challenges presented by cadmiumcontamination and the innovative strategies that plants employ to adapt and thrive in the face of adversity. With a focus on both fundamental science and practical applications, this edited book offers a comprehensive perspective on a critical issue in modern agriculture, environmental science, and plant biology.
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