Metalloids are semiconducting elements that constitute a small group in the periodic table of
elements. Their occurrence in nature either poses an environmental threat or benefit to …

Plants, as sessile organisms, uptake nutrients from the soil. Throughout their whole life
cycle, they confront various external biotic and abiotic threats, encompassing harmful …

The metals iron, zinc, manganese, copper, molybdenum, and nickel are essential for the
growth and development of virtually all plant species. Although these elements are required …

Heavy metals are naturally occurring in the earth's crust but anthropogenic and industrial
activities have led to drastic environmental pollutions in distinct areas. Plants are able to …

Metals constitute vital elements for plant metabolism and survival, acting as essential co-
factors in cellular processes which are indispensable for plant growth and survival. Excess …

Worldwide, the effects of metal and metalloid toxicity are increasing, mainly due to
anthropogenic causes. Soil contamination ranks among the most important factors, since it …

Heavy metals are required in plants as essential micronutrients or act as toxic compounds.
How do plants perceive heavy metals and which signalling cascades are triggered leading …

Nutritional micronutrient deficiencies and exposure to pollutant metals threaten human
health globally. Plant crops are at the beginning of a food chain that largely determines food …

Heavy metal accumulation in soil and water from natural sources or anthropogenic activities
have produced severe environmental contamination in some parts of the world due to the …

Plants are exposed to various environmental challenges throughout their lifecycle that
adversely affect their growth and development. Heavy metal toxicity reduces plant …