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Effect of sodium silicate on nickel toxicity in Brassica juncea L. seedlings
Authors
Aruna Yadav, Anita Kumari, Gunjan Goyal, Gunjan Dubey
Abstract
Nickel (Ni) is an essential micronutrient for
plants, but at elevated levels, it becomes toxic, impairing growth and
metabolism. Brassica juncea (Indian mustard) is often used to study
metal tolerance due to its phytoremediation potential. Sodium silicate (Na2SiO3.9H2O),
a silicon source, has been shown to mitigate heavy metal toxicity in plants.
This study explores the effect of sodium silicate on Brassica juncea
seedlings exposed to nickel toxicity, focusing on its role in reducing
oxidative stress, enhancing antioxidant defense, and promoting growth under
Ni-induced stress conditions.
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Pages:16-22
How to cite this article:
Aruna Yadav, Anita Kumari, Gunjan Goyal, Gunjan Dubey "Effect of sodium silicate on nickel toxicity in <i>Brassica juncea</i> L. seedlings". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 10, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 16-22
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