Anatomic features, tolerance index, secondary metabolites and protein content of chickpea (Cicer arietinum) seedlings under cadmium induction and identification of PCS and FC genes.

ABSTRACT:

Abstract

Chickpea (Cicer arietinum) belonging to the Fabaceae family is a major legume crop and is a good source of protein and carbohydrates. Industrialization has resulted in soil contamination with heavy metals such as cadmium. Adsorption of cadmium by plants can lead to reduced yields and heavy metal toxicity. In the current study, changes in the anatomical, morphological features and biochemical properties of the chickpea plant were evaluated. Two indexes DWSTI and PHSTI were determined. Anatomically, there was a change in the number of xylem poles within the root structure which was most significant at treatments of 125 μg cadmium. There was also a noticeable change in leaf pigmentation, the total phenolics and soluble protein in the plant. Cadmium levels were elevated

SUBMITTER: Mohajel Kazemi E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7415060 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature