Effects of sodium fluoride and Ocimum sanctum extract on the lifespan and climbing ability of Drosophila melanogaster

Abstract Background Fluoride may induce oxidative stress and apoptosis. It may also lead to neurobehavioural defects including neuromuscular damage. The present study aimed to explore the effects of sub lethal concentrations of sodium fluoride (NaF) on the lifespan and climbing ability of Drosophila...

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Main Authors: Sidra Perveen, Shalu Kumari, Himali Raj, Shahla Yasmin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2021-05-01
Series:Journal of Basic and Applied Zoology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s41936-021-00229-8