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Factors Affecting Low Temperature Stress in Plants

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, [...]

By |2016-05-02T10:50:26+00:00May 2, 2016|Stress Physiology|Comments Off on Factors Affecting Low Temperature Stress in Plants

Water Deficit and Drought Resistance in Plants

Let us make an in-depth study of water deficit and drought resistance in plants. After reading this article you will learn about A. Water Deficit and Drought Resistance in Xerophytes and B. Water Deficit and Drought Resistance in Mesophytes. One of the most common environmental stresses encountered by plants during certain periods of the year is water deficit or negative [...]

By |2016-03-03T06:21:51+00:00March 3, 2016|Stress Physiology|Comments Off on Water Deficit and Drought Resistance in Plants

Jasmonate: Study-Notes (With Diagram)

The below mentioned article provides a study note on jasmonate. After reading this article you will learn about 1. Biosynthesis of Jasmonate 2. Role of Jasmonate as Plant Growth Regulator and 3. Role of Jasmonate as Signalling Agent in Plant Defense Responses. Jasmonate (Jasmonic acid or JA) is a 12-C unsaturated fatty acid with a cyclopentane ring structure and a [...]

By |2016-03-03T06:21:51+00:00March 3, 2016|Stress Physiology|Comments Off on Jasmonate: Study-Notes (With Diagram)
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