volatile-compounds
Volatile compounds are small, low-boiling-point molecules that plants release into the air, often as byproducts of secondary metabolism. These airborne chemicals play critical roles in plant defense against herbivores and pathogens, communication between plants and with beneficial insects like pollinators, and signaling within plant tissues during stress responses. Studying volatile emissions helps researchers understand how plants interact with their environment and how these chemical signals might be harnessed for pest management and crop protection strategies.
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