DENDROLOGY

TREE PROPAGATION AND PLANTING

PLANTING TECHNIQUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Activated charcoal is typically supplied in the plant growth medium I. to wash and neutralize acid. II. to improve cell growth and development. III. to absorb phenolic compounds from plant tissues. IV. as detoxifying agents, detoxifies waste from plant tissues.
A
I, II and III
B
I, II and IV
C
II, III and IV
D
All of the above.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In plants, phenolics can act as antioxidants by donating electrons to guaiacol-type peroxidases for the detoxification of H2O2 produced under stress conditions 36. Phenolics also provide protection against UV radiation through their potent radical scavenging ability.

Detailed explanation-2: -This technology uses improved materials to add value to agriculture, by exploiting the nanoscale properties. Nanotechnology, as applied to agriculture, is bridging the gap in nutrient loss and fortification of crops.

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