Publications by authors named "Slavomir Ondos"
Article Synopsis
- The mineral composition of cells in organisms, particularly maize kernels, is crucial for their functioning and can indicate physiological processes.
- In a study, the expression of silicon transporter genes (ZmLsi1 and ZmLsi6) was measured after pollination, showing they are responsible for silicon uptake throughout kernel development.
- Silicon accumulation was highest in the pericarp and embryo, with specific correlations found between silicon and other essential macro and microelements, which may influence nutrient uptake.
Zinc (Zn) is an essential microelement involved in various plant physiological processes. However, in excess, Zn becomes toxic and represents serious problem for plants resulting in Zn toxicity symptoms and decreasing biomass production. The effect of high Zn and its combination with silicon (Si) on ionome and expression level of ZmLsi genes was investigated in maize (Zea mays, L; hybrid Novania).
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