Shakil Ahmed, Mehtab Qasim, Rehana Sardar, Nasim Ahmad Yasin, Ismat Umar
{"title":"Multidimensional role of selenium nanoparticles to promote growth and resilience dynamics of <i>Phaseolus vulgaris</i> against sodium fluoride stress.","authors":"Shakil Ahmed, Mehtab Qasim, Rehana Sardar, Nasim Ahmad Yasin, Ismat Umar","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2440110","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2440110","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>High fluoride (F) concentrations negatively affect the seed germination, plant growth, development, and yield of crops. <i>Phaseolus vulgaris</i> L. is an F-sensitive crop frequently grown on marginal lands affected by F salts. Selenium (Se) is a vital elicitor of the antioxidative enzymes involved in scavenging free radicals to alleviate abiotic stress. Recent studies have demonstrated that engineered nanoparticles (NPs) have the potential to induce tolerance to abiotic stress in plants. Phytosynthesis of NPs is a novel and sustainable approach to mitigate abiotic stresses. The present study was intended to assess the role of green synthesized Se-nanoparticles (Se-NPs) in improving the physiochemical attributes, growth, and F stress tolerance of <i>P. vulgaris</i> growing in 200 ppm sodium fluoride (NaF) stress. NaF toxicity reduced Chl <i>a</i>, Chl <i>b</i>, and carotenoid content by 88.8%, 95.5%, and 96% compared to control with maximum improvement obtained through phyto-nano seed priming and foliar spray of 70 ppm Se-NPs. The joint treatment of NPs application through seed priming and foliar spray improved stomatal conductance (14.2%) and transpiration rate (11.7%) in plants subjected to NaF stress. The protein content (91.02%) and DPPH activity (33.72%) decreased under NaF stress, which was improved by phyto-nano seed priming and foliar spray (14.10%). Furthermore, the integrated application of Se-NPs seed priming and foliar spray increased nutritional content (P, K, Ca, Mg, and Zn), proline, ascorbic acid, and phenol yet reduced the level of NaF in plants. Se-NPs at 70 ppm were found to be more effective than 60 ppm in all modes of applications. Our results reveal a perception that Se-NPs increase <i>P. vulgaris</i> growth in NaF stress conditions, perhaps through a multipronged approach: improving photosynthetic content, nutrient uptake, and yield of <i>P. vulgaris</i>. Consequently, the findings of this study may be used for breeding and screening F-tolerant cultivars.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142828577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Amjad, Rukhshinda Kousar, Muhammad Asif Naeem, Muhammad Imran, Muhammad Nadeem, Ghulam Abbas, Muhammad Shafique Khalid, Saeed Ahmad Qaisrani, Sajida Azhar, Behzad Murtaza
{"title":"An interplay of salt and Ni stress on contrasting tomato (<i>Solanum lycopersicum</i> L.) genotypes: a physiological and biochemical insight.","authors":"Muhammad Amjad, Rukhshinda Kousar, Muhammad Asif Naeem, Muhammad Imran, Muhammad Nadeem, Ghulam Abbas, Muhammad Shafique Khalid, Saeed Ahmad Qaisrani, Sajida Azhar, Behzad Murtaza","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2438772","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2438772","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The concurrently occurring multiple abiotic stresses like salinity and heavy metals (Nickel) pose a serious threat to plant survival and food security worldwide, especially in the face of climate change. Therefore, it is imperative to continuously test and study the plant's physiological changes under combinations of abiotic stresses to ensure sustainability and food security. An experiment was conducted to study the interactive effects of salinity (0, 7.5, and 15 dS m<sup>-1</sup>) and Ni toxicity (0, 10, 20, and 40 mg kg<sup>-1</sup>) on a tolerant (Naqeeb) and a sensitive (Nadir) <i>Solanum lycopersicum</i> L. physiology and fruit quality in the soil. At maturity (50% fruit ripening), the plant growth and physiological characteristics were measured, revealing that the tolerant genotype exhibited the higher values for plant height, dry weight, potassium, membrane stability index (MSI), and antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase; SOD, catalase; CAT, ascorbate peroxidase; APX, and glutathione reductase; GR). Additionally, it showed enhancement in fruit yield, size, and quality. Conversely, the tolerant genotypes showed a lower reduction in terms of plant height (25.4%) and plant dry weight (41.9%) compared to sensitive genotype (30.1 and 51.4%, respectively). Additionally, the tolerant genotype demonstrated lower values of Ni and Na<sup>+</sup> concentration and MDA accumulation under the combined stress of salt and Ni, compared to the sensitive genotype. Furthermore, the study indicated that Ni at a concentration of 10 mg kg<sup>-1</sup> significantly influenced tomato plant growth by enhancing its nutritional efficiency and competing with Na<sup>+</sup>. However, Ni at concentrations of 20 and 40 mg kg<sup>-1</sup> had toxic effects on the plants, leading to a decrease in plant growth and physiological processes. Moreover, a negative relationship was observed between Ni uptake and Na<sup>+</sup> uptake, while a positive relationship was observed between Ni and K<sup>+</sup> uptake. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the interaction between salinity, heavy metal toxicity, and tomato plant physiology, contributing to the development of sustainable agricultural practices.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142817876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Potential reuse of greywater for irrigation of tomato (<i>Solanum lycopersicum</i>) plants and its effect on plants growth and soil.","authors":"Neveen Shqerat, Jalal Al-Tabbal","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2427926","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2427926","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The goal of this study is to examine the reactions of tomato (<i>Solanum lycopersicum</i>) plants to both untreated greywater and treated greywater filtered through a zeolite. In a randomized block arrangement, tomato plants were irrigated with greywater, treated greywater, or tap water. Number and total fecal coliforms were found in soil, tomato leaves, and fruits. Compared to tap water, greywater has higher levels of Ec, TDS, and COD. The average fruit weight and number for plants irrigated with tap water was 64.42 g and 4.2, while those irrigated with treated greywater were 55.4 g and 3.6, exceeding those irrigated with untreated greywater 39.6 g and 3.2. Treated greywater irrigation increased total chlorophyll content (SPAD) from 57.6 to 62.4 and relative water content from 49.6% to 63%. The leaves contained lower levels of proline (55.9 μmol/g) and total soluble sugar (32.24 mg/g). Researchers found total fecal coliforms in the soil, tomato leaves, and fruits. According to the research, treated greywater may prevent contamination of soil and save water.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-22"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142817842","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kottakunnu Abdulrahman Firdous, Padmanabhan Jayanthikumari Vivek, Mohankumar Saraladevi Resmi
{"title":"Growth, structural adaptations, and physiological dynamics of <i>Alternanthera tenella</i> Colla. toward lead toxicity.","authors":"Kottakunnu Abdulrahman Firdous, Padmanabhan Jayanthikumari Vivek, Mohankumar Saraladevi Resmi","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2438768","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2438768","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Anthropogenic activities have accelerated lead (Pb) accumulation across different trophic levels in the ecosystem. This study focused on the physiological mechanisms of an invasive plant, <i>Alternanthera tenella</i> in a controlled hydroponic setting to understand its response to Pb stress. <i>A. tenella</i> was exposed to 680 µM of lead acetate for 21 days, showing high tolerance (83%) with minimal growth inhibition. Pb exposure altered macro- and micronutrient concentrations, suggesting essential mineral reallocation to enhance stress tolerance. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed Pb<sup>2+</sup> depositions in the vacuoles and cell walls of root (∼14%) and leaf (∼3%) cells, a key mechanism for reducing Pb toxicity. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) indicated that Pb<sup>2+</sup> ions interacted with hydroxyl (-OH) and amide (CO-NH) groups, important for metal ion complexation. Physiological responses included increased proline, malondialdehyde, protein degradation, and elevated catalase (CAT) and ascorbate peroxidase (POD) activity. <i>A. tenella</i> accumulated 46,866.92 mg/kg DW of Pb, primarily in roots (2682.5 mg/kg DW), with limited Pb translocation to shoots, suggesting a protective mechanism. High biological concentration (BCF 19.04) highlight its potential for Pb phytostabilization. These findings are specific to hydroponic conditions, and further research is needed to assess its phytoremediation potential in field conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142806911","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Oucif Khaled Mohammed Tayeb, Zineb Kaddour, Soukaina Tidjani, Mohammed Laid Tedjani
{"title":"Performance of <i>Limoniastrum guyonianum</i> in nutrient removal and tolerance in Halloufa Wetland, Algeria.","authors":"Oucif Khaled Mohammed Tayeb, Zineb Kaddour, Soukaina Tidjani, Mohammed Laid Tedjani","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2439517","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2439517","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Phytoremediation is an effective and sustainable method for removing pollutants from wastewater. This study investigates the phytoremediation capabilities of <i>Limoniastrum guyonianum</i>, a halophytic Saharan plant species, for excess phosphorus and nitrogen in domestic wastewater. The plants were sourced from the \"<i>Halloufa</i>\" wetland, a wastewater discharge area in the north of El-Oued, south-eastern Algeria. The research was conducted using pilot-scale circular beds designed for phytoremediation, each with an 18-liter capacity, filled with layers of gravel and a clay-sand mixture. These beds were part of a vertical surface flow system at the National Sanitation Office (ONA) domestic wastewater treatment facility in El-Oued, Algeria. The results demonstrated significant improvements in water quality parameters. Treatment with <i>L. guyonianum</i> reduced pH values from 8.07 to 7.64 and decreased turbidity from 116.25 NTU to 8.87 NTU. The mean concentration values of ammonia, phosphate, and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD<sub>5</sub>) were reduced by 99.22%, 55.58%, and 78.6%, respectively. The study concludes that <i>L. guyonianum</i> is highly efficient in remediating nitrogen contaminants, effective in reducing phosphorus levels, and capable of lowering biochemical oxygen demand. <i>L. guyonianum</i> presents a nontoxic, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative for wastewater treatment in the \"<i>Halloufa</i>\" wetland, highlighting its potential for application in bioremediation processes.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142806912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Planting design for urban overpasses based on atmospheric particulate matter retention in Changsha.","authors":"Linya Kong, Xinhao Huang, Fan Zhu","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2436442","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2436442","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Atmospheric particulate matter (PM) emission from overpasses is serious. To optimize the solution of planting design in the overpass, it is essential to understand the plant's ability to capture PM. In this study, leaf samples were collected from 11 plant species commonly existing in five overpass greening areas in Changsha, China. The PM retention per unit leaf area (<i>M</i><sub>leaf</sub>), PM retention on a unit greening land (<i>M</i><sub>land</sub>), and leaf surface microstructure were measured and analyzed. Results showed that the <i>M</i><sub>leaf</sub> of <i>Ophiopogon japonicus</i> (1.59 g/m<sup>2</sup>) exhibited the highest value, and that of <i>Nandina domestica</i> (0.23 g/m<sup>2</sup>) was the lowest value. The <i>M</i><sub>land</sub> of <i>O. japonicus</i>, <i>Fatsia japonica</i>, and <i>Magnolia grandiflora</i> was the highest based on the leaf area index. Leaves with wide gullies and cuticular wax significantly affected the PM retention ability of plants. Plant height played an important role in the PM retention ability in the overpass. Multilayered canopy structures such as arbor-shrub-herb had great potential for PM retention in overpasses. Based on the results, a PM retention design scheme of overpass greening space was proposed. This study provided an optimal solution for providing critical insights and guidance for developing effective PM reduction strategies in urban overpass environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142806913","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ekrem Güllüce, Mehmet Karadayı, Yusuf Gülşahin, İlknur Çolak, Taha Yasin Koç, Neslihan Hıdıroğlu İspirli, Medine Güllüce
{"title":"Removal of crystal violet dye from aqueous solutions using <i>Robinia pseudoacacia</i> L. (Fabaceae) Fruits biosorbent.","authors":"Ekrem Güllüce, Mehmet Karadayı, Yusuf Gülşahin, İlknur Çolak, Taha Yasin Koç, Neslihan Hıdıroğlu İspirli, Medine Güllüce","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2438763","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2438763","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Synthetic dyes are a major source of environmental pollution. In this regard, biosorption is an important treatment method for the removal and detoxification of synthetic dyes from aqueous solutions. Accordingly, the present study was conducted to investigate the potential of <i>Robinia pseudoacacia</i> L. biosorbent (RPF) in the removal of crystal violet (CV) dye from aqueous solutions. To this end, biosorption parameters, including zero charge point, pH, initial dye concentration, biosorbent dose, stirring speed, and temperature, were investigated. Variations in the treated and untreated biosorbent surfaces were characterized using FTIR spectroscopy. The results showed that the RPF biosorbent removed 77% of CV under optimal conditions: pH of 6, initial dye concentration of 10 mg/L, biosorbent dose of 1 g, contact time of 30 min, stirring speed of 150 rpm, and temperature of 298 K. The Dubinin-Radushkevich isotherm (R<sup>2</sup>= 0.976) and pseudo-second-order kinetic (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.995) models were well fitted according to isotherm and kinetic studies. Thermodynamic studies revealed that the process was endothermic according to the ΔG values. Moreover, the phytotoxicity of treated CV solutions was significantly reduced. Thus, the RPF biosorbent was determined to be a low-cost, sustainable, and ecofriendly material for the removal and detoxification of synthetic dyes from aqueous solutions.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142800712","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Measures and effects on soil Cd remediation and safe rice production: a meta-analysis of 10-year Chinese patents.","authors":"Yingjie Wu, Qiannian Zhang, Hua He, Huimin Liu, Meijuan Xiao, Yu Tan, Xiaoyan Tang, Qi Tao, Rong Huang, Bing Li, Changquan Wang","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2433547","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2433547","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Rice is the staple food for 1/3 of the world's population, but soil pollution with cadmium (Cd) is harmful to rice production and human health. Therefore, how to reduce the Cd content in rice grains is a hot topic worldwide. However, so far, little is known about Cd remediation technologies for paddy soils from the perspective of patents. Therefore, a meta-analysis was performed to assess the effects of measures based on 1402 observations from 336 patents from 2011 to 2021. The spatio-temporal analysis showed that the number of patents was positively related to the general economic development of the country, but hardly related to the regional economy or the level of provincal Cd pollution. The meta-analysis showed that the overall effect of Cd reduction was slightly higher for combined technologies (59%) than for single technologies (57%). Among all technology classifications, soil applications, which are mainly based on nutritional elements, were the most commonly used technology that could reduce the Cd content in rice grains by 57%. The plant biotechnology was the most effective and could reduce Cd content in rice grains by 76%. Further analysis showed that macronutrients (calcium, phosphorus, and sulfur) were preferred in soil amendments, while micronutrients (silicon, zinc, and selenium) were preferred in foliar amendments. <i>NRAMP5</i> and <i>HMA3</i> were the most important genes for manipulating Cd uptake in rice, while <i>Bacillus</i> and <i>Pseudomonas</i> were the most important bacterial taxa for bioremediation of Cd. Overall, this study compiled data on Cd remediation of paddy soil from 10 years of Chinese patents, providing a theoretical basis for better production of low Cd crops and protection of human health.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142785642","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Biosorption of petroleum compounds from aqueous solutions using walnut shells.","authors":"Hakimeh Sharififard, Mansoor Novin","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2433536","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2433536","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Herein, a walnut shell as a biosorbent was applied to remove petroleum compounds from the water medium. The characterization analyses of the walnut shells showed the macro-mesopore structure of the walnut shells, a specific surface area of 26 m<sup>2</sup>/g, and the presence of various functional groups (-OH, -COOH, -C = O). The CCD design showed that the walnut shell can remove 84.43% of petroleum compounds at pH = 3 (the optimum pH), adsorbent dosage: 2 g/L, and initial concentration of petroleum compounds: 550 mg/L. The study of kinetics and adsorption equilibrium indicated matching the experimental data with the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and Freundlich equilibrium isotherm, respectively. The maximum adsorption ability of walnut shell was 3038.29 mg/g at 45 °C. The ability to regenerate and reuse the walnut shell was investigated in 6 cycles, and the results showed a 21% decrease in adsorption ability after 6 cycles. The obtained data showed that the walnut shells could be a promising adsorbent with high adsorption ability toward petroleum components. Also, the walnut shell is a regenerable adsorbent, low-cost, and environmentally friendly, and can be effective in successive cycles. Therefore, this biosorbent can have a superb influence on wastewater treatment technology and possible applications at an industrial scale.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142728840","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Integrated application of selenium and silica reduce arsenic accumulation and enhance the level of metabolites in rice grains.","authors":"Vishnu Kumar, Sarvesh Kumar, Sanjay Dwivedi, Ruchi Agnihotri, Pragya Sharma, Shashank Kumar Mishra, Mariya Naseem, Puneet Singh Chauhan, Rajveer Singh Chauhan","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2024.2431096","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2024.2431096","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this study, rice plants were co-exposed to selenium (Se) and silica (Si) under arsenic (As) stress to evaluate As accumulation in rice grains, associated cancer risk, and its impact on the types and numbers of grain metabolites. A total of 58 metabolites were identified, of which, 19 belong to sugars, and drastically altered during different treatments. Arsenic exposure significantly reduced monosaccharides, <i>i.e.,</i> D-glucose (83%) >D-galactose (60%) >D-fructose (57%) >D-ribose (29%) but increased that monosaccharide units which have antioxidant properties (i.e. α-D-glucopyranoside and melibiose). However, the levels of D-galactose, fructose, and ribose were significantly increased during co-supplementation of selenite (Se<sup>IV</sup>) and Si under As stress. Other groups of rice grain metabolites, like sugar alcohols, organic acids, polyphenols, carboxylic acids, fatty acids, and phytosterols, were also significantly altered by As exposure and increased in grains of Se<sup>IV</sup> and Si supplemented rice compared to alone As exposure. In brief, rice growing in As-affected areas may have a low level of different metabolites. However, supplementation by selenite (Se<sup>IV</sup>) with Si not only increased metabolites and amylose/amylopectin ratio but also reduced ∼90% of As accumulation in grains. Thus, the use of Se<sup>IV</sup> with Si might be advantageous for the locals to provide a healthy diet of rice and limit As-induced cancer risk up to 10-fold.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":3.4,"publicationDate":"2024-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142728841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}