plant-chemistry
Plant chemistry encompasses the study of the diverse array of chemical compounds synthesized by plants, including primary metabolites essential for growth and secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, terpenes, and phenolics. Understanding these biochemical pathways is fundamental to plant science, as these compounds mediate plant responses to environmental stresses, herbivory, and pathogens, while also driving ecological interactions like pollination and seed dispersal. Research in this field informs advances in crop improvement, natural product discovery, and our broader understanding of plant adaptation and evolution.
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