Springer - Organic Xenobiotics and Plants (Plant Ecophysiology 8)

Explore the complex relationship between plants and foreign substances in Organic Xenobiotics and Plants: From Mode of Action to Ecophysiology. This scientific text examines how natural and agro-ecosystems respond to substances that lack direct nutritional value but can impact plant functioning. These xenobiotics stem from diverse sources, including natural events like fires, volcano eruptions, soil erosion, and biodegradation, as well as anthropogenic factors such as herbicides and air or soil pollution. The book provides a detailed look at how plants manage these compounds. While plants have a limited ability to avoid the accumulation of these substances, they utilize various enzymatic reactions for detoxification. This volume serves as a specialized resource for understanding the processes of oxidation and reduction used by plants to handle environmental stressors. It is an essential addition for researchers and students focusing on plant ecophysiology and the biological responses to chemical exposure in various ecosystems.