Copper (Cu) is an essential metal for human, animals and plants, although it is also
potentially toxic above supra-optimal levels. In plants, Cu is an essential cofactor of …

Despite considerable research about biogeochemical behavior of trace elements (TEs) in
soil-plant-human systems, there is still a gap of knowledge regarding dose–response …

To explore the mechanism of how lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) stress affects photosynthesis
of mulberry (Morus alba L.), we looked at the effects of different concentrations of Pb and Cd …

Freshwater shortage and its contamination with various types of pollutants are becoming the
most alarming issues worldwide due to impacts on socioeconomic values. Considering an …

Rapid global industrialization has increased the chances of toxic trace element
accumulation in plants and other living things via the food chain. Thus, there is an urgent …

Given their sessile nature, plants continuously face unfavorable conditions throughout their
life cycle, including water scarcity, extreme temperatures and soil pollution. Among all, metal …

Water quality criteria are the scientific basis for formulating water quality standards and
environmental management practices. Due to the development of urbanization and …

Soil pollution with heavy metals has become a common problem in agricultural ecosystems
and poses a threat to food safety and human health. Intercropping is now considered a …

This review article focuses on lead (Pb), one of the most ubiquitous and harmful toxicants
found in soil. Our objective is to address misconceptions regarding the ability of plants to …

Plants possess a well-organized protective network, wherein antioxidant enzymes play an
important part in dealing with oxidative stress induced by over accumulation of ROS in plant …