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Morpho-anatomical, physiological and biochemical responses of

Shah T, Khan MU, Khan A, Qadeer H, Ullah F

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Plants exposed to heavy metal contamination show measurable changes in their physical structure, internal tissue organization, and chemical defenses. Understanding these responses helps identify which plants can survive or even clean up polluted soils.

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Key Findings

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Heavy metal accumulation triggers morpho-anatomical changes in plant tissues, including alterations to cell structure and organ morphology

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Physiological responses such as disrupted photosynthesis and water relations were observed under heavy metal stress

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Biochemical defense mechanisms, including antioxidant enzyme activity, were upregulated in response to heavy metal exposure

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This study investigated heavy metals accumulation in

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