Applications of the hormesis concept in soil and environmental health research
Hormesis refers to positive biological effects caused by exposure to low doses of a stressor known to be toxic at higher doses. These effects include an enhanced defense system and stimulated plant/microorganism growth and reproduction. Hormesis has emerged as a fundamental concept with broad releva...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2023-03-01
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Series: | Soil & Environmental Health |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949919423000031 |