Cadmium (Cd) is a primary contaminant in agricultural soils of the world. The ability of Cd
uptake, transport, detoxification, and accumulation varies among different plant species and …

Environmental contamination by a non-essential and non-beneficial, although potentially
toxic mercury (Hg), is becoming a great threat to the living organisms at a global scale …

Selenium (Se), an essential element for animals and humans, has also been found to be
beneficial to plants. In some countries around the world, such as China and Egypt, Se …

Los altos niveles de metales pesados como plomo, níquel, cadmio y manganeso, presentes
en suelos y agua negra, utilizada para riego agrícola radican principalmente, que pueden …

Anthropogenic activities such as mining, industrialization and subsequent emission of
industrial waste, and agricultural practices have led to an increase in the accumulation of …

The present study investigated the possible mediatory role of selenium (Se) in protecting
plants from cadmium (Cd) toxicity. The exposure of sunflower seedlings to 20 μM Cd …

This paper reviews the growing literature dealing with the antagonistic effect of selenium
(Se) compounds on the toxicity of mercury (Hg) compounds in higher animals and …

Selenium (Se) can alleviate the toxicity of cadmium (Cd), but little is known about its
mechanism in Cd uptake and translocation in plants. We investigated the effects of …

Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for humans and animals and can have beneficial
effects on plants. A low concentration of Se can improve plant growth; however, high …

Selenium (Se) is an essential nutrient for animals, humans, and microorganisms, but its role
in the plants needs further exploration. It is considered beneficial at low levels, but is toxic at …