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Understanding the development of roots exposed to contaminants and the potential of plant-associated bacteria for optimization of growth.
Annals of botany - 1 Jul 2012
Remans Tony, Thijs Sofie, Truyens Sascha, Weyens Nele, Schellingen Kerim, Keunen Els, Gielen Heidi, Cuypers Ann, Vangronsveld Jaco
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BACKGROUND AND SCOPE: Plant responses to the toxic effects of soil contaminants, such as excess metals or organic substances, have been studied mainly at physiological, biochemical and molecular levels, but the influence on root system architecture has received little attention. Nevertheless, the precise position, morphology and extent of roots can influence contaminant uptake. Here, data are discussed that aim...
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