The following points highlight the two main factors affecting low temperature stress. The factors are: 1. Effects of Chilling Stress 2. Effects of Freezing Stress. Low Temperature Stress: Factor # 1. Effects of Chilling Stress: Chilling stress affects several functions in plants including membrane structure and function, changes in nucleic and protein synthesis, water and nutrient balances, cellular cytoskeletal structure, [...]
In this article we will discuss about Salinity Stress in Plants. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Reactions of Plants to Salinity 2. Mechanisms of Salt Resistance. Reactions of Plants to Salinity: The reactions of plants to salinity depend on the specific degree of tolerance against soil salinity. Plants can be classified according to their biomass production [...]
In this article we will discuss about Flooding Stress. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Detrimental Effects of Flooding Stress on Metabolism 2. Adaptive Responses to Flooding Stress. Detrimental Effects of Flooding Stress on Metabolism: i. Effects on Respiration: A reduction in aerobic respiration in roots is the initial effect of anaerobic soil conditions. Since conservation of [...]