Rare earth elements effect of on growth and ascorbate metabolism during wheat (Triticum aestivum) germination

Aarav Aditya

Abstract

The present study reveals the effect of rare earth elements (REEs) on Wheat biomass, chlorophyll and antioxidant enzymes during germination. Estimation of plant hormone (IAA) and protein content of the seeds were evaluated after treatment with REEs. Rare earth elements enhance chlorophyll content and improve photosynthetic rate, and thus increase plant biomass. Antioxidants metabolites and enzymes Dehyroxy Ascorbate reductase (DHA), Ascorbate free radical reductase (AFR) are cell defenses against reactive oxygen species produced by cell metabolism. Significant effect of REEs on the seeds during germination was observed, which implicate the necessity of REEs as an alternate for fertilizer. Thus REEs play a vital role in improving crop production and stress resistance.