Mannitol Induces Mercury Tolerance in Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) Through Improved Growth, Photosynthetic Efficiency, and Antioxidant Activity
ABSTRACT Mercury (Hg) is a hazardous heavy metal that disrupts plant growth and metabolism, posing significant risks to agriculture and human health. The widespread use of Hg in industrial activities and agricultural chemicals has exacerbated Hg contamination in soil and water, resulting in severe p...
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Language: | English |
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Wiley
2025-01-01
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Series: | Food and Energy Security |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/fes3.70055 |