Translocation in phloem refers to the process by which photoassimilates, primarily sugars, are transported over long distances within plants. This vital function occurs within the phloem, a type of vascular tissue responsible for distributing the products of photosynthesis from the sites of production to various sinks throughout the plant. The primary photosynthate transported by phloem … Read more

The transport of ions across the cell membrane is a fundamental process necessary for maintaining cellular homeostasis. The plasma membrane, acting as a selectively permeable barrier, allows certain substances to enter or leave the cell, ensuring proper balance between the intracellular and extracellular environments. This selectivity is crucial for the regulation of essential molecules such … Read more

What is Mineral Nutrition? Criteria for Essential Minerals in Plants The following points outline the criteria used to determine the essentiality of an element: Criteria for Determining Essential Elements Types of Essential Nutrients Below are the primary types of essential nutrients: Essential Mineral Elements in Plants Below is a detailed explanation of these categories and … Read more

What are Plant-water Relations? Importance of water to plants Properties of Water Property Value and Units Cohesive Strength >25 MPa Surface Tension 0.073 N m⁻¹ at 20°C Viscosity 0.0018 Pa s at 0°C 0.0010 Pa s at 20°C Diffusion Coefficient of Small Solutes ∼1×10⁻⁹ m² s⁻¹ Molar Volume (Pure Water at 20°C) 1.81×10⁻⁵ m³ mol⁻¹ … Read more