scholarly journals Zinc oxide nanoparticles alleviate the arsenic toxicity and decrease the accumulation of arsenic in rice (Oryza sativa L.)

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shiwei Yan ◽  
Fan Wu ◽  
Song Zhou ◽  
Jianhao Yang ◽  
Xianjin Tang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Oryza Sativa L ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Rice Seedlings ◽  
Nano Zinc Oxide ◽  
Class 1 ◽  
Nano Zinc ◽  
Different Levels

Abstract Background Rice is particularly effective, compared to other cereals, at accumulating arsenic (As), a nonthreshold, class 1 human carcinogen in shoot and grain. Nano-zinc oxide is gradually used in agricultural production due to its adsorption capacity and as a nutrient element. An experiment was performed to explore the effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles (nZnO) on arsenic (As) toxicity and bioaccumulation in rice. Rice seedlings were treated with different levels of nZnO (0, 10, 20, 50, 100 mg/L) and As (0, and 2 mg/L) for 7 days. Results The research showed that 2 mg/L of As treatment represented a stress condition, which was evidenced by phenotypic images, seedling dry weight, chlorophyll, and antioxidant enzyme activity of rice shoot. The addition of nZnO (10–100 mg/L) enhanced the growth and photosynthesis of rice seedlings. As concentrations in the shoots and roots were decreased by a maximum of 40.7 and 31.6% compared to the control, respectively. Arsenite [As (III)] was the main species in both roots (98.5–99.5%) and shoots (95.0–99.6%) when exposed to different treatments. Phytochelatins (PCs) content up-regulated in the roots induced more As (III)-PC to be complexed and reduced As (III) mobility for transport to shoots by nZnO addition. Conclusion The results confirmed that nZnO could improve rice growth and decrease As accumulation in shoots, and it performs best at a concentration of 100 mg/L.

scholarly journals Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Alleviate The Arsenic Toxicity and Decrease The Accumulation of Arsenic in Rice(Oryza Sativa L.)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shiwei Yan ◽  
Fan Wu ◽  
Song Zhou ◽  
Jianhao Yang ◽  
Xianjin Tang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Oryza Sativa L ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Rice Seedlings ◽  
Nano Zinc Oxide ◽  
Class 1 ◽  
Nano Zinc ◽  
Different Levels

Abstract Background: Rice is particularly effective, compared to other cereals, at accumulating arsenic(As), a nonthreshold, class 1 human carcinogen in shoot and grain. Nano-zinc oxide is gradually used in agricultural production due to its adsorption capacity and as a nutrient element. An experiment was performed to explore the effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles (nZnO) on arsenic (As) toxicity and bioaccumulation in rice. Rice seedlings were treated with different levels of nZnO (0, 10, 20, 50, 100 mg/L) and As (0, and 2 mg/L) for seven days. Results:The research showed that 2 mg/L of As treatment represented a stress condition, which was evidenced by phenotypic images, seedling dry weight, chlorophyll, and antioxidant enzyme activity of rice shoot. The addition of nZnO (10-100 mg/L) enhanced the growth and photosynthesis of rice seedlings. As concentrations in the shoots and roots were decreased by a maximum of 40.7% and 31.6% compared to the control, respectively. Arsenite [As(III)] was the main species in both roots (98.5-99.5%) and shoots (95.0-99.6%) when exposed to different treatments. Phytochelatins (PCs) content up-regulated in the roots induced more As(III)-PC complexed and reduced As(III) mobility for transport to shoots by nZnO addition. Conclusion:The results confirmed that nZnO could improve rice growth and decrease As accumulation in shoots, and it performs best at a concentration of 100mg/L.

scholarly journals The Root Endophytic Fungus Serendipita indica Decreased the Phytotoxicity of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles to Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leila Tabande ◽  
Mozhgan Sepehri ◽  
Jafar Yasrebi ◽  
Mehdi Zarei ◽  
Reza Ghasemi-Fasaei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Plant Growth ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Sinorhizobium Meliloti ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Zno Nps ◽  
Shoot Dry Weight ◽  
Nano Zinc Oxide ◽  
Nano Zinc

Abstract Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) are among the most commonly used nano-fertilizers (NF). However, elevated levels of ZnO-NPs in soil may affect plant growth and development due to its potential toxicity when accumulated in large amounts in plant tissues. This research was conducted using an in situ rhizobox system with the aims of evaluating Zinc uptake from nano-zinc oxide amended rhizosphere soil by alfalfa plant and the effect of plant growth promoting microorganisms on alleviating the phytotoxicity of ZnO-NPs. Treatments included microbial inoculations (Sinorhizobium meliloti, Serendipita indica) and different ZnO-NPs concentrations (0, 400 and 800 mg Kg− 1) with three replications. The results indicated that S. indica minimized the phytotoxicity of ZnO-NPs to alfalfa by enhancing growth rate and decreasing Zinc (Zn) translocation from root to shoot. Compared with plants inoculated with S. meliloti, co-inoculation with S. indica increased the shoot dry weight by 18.33% and 8.05% at 400 and 800 mg Kg− 1ZnO-NPs. However, at the highest level of ZnO-NPs (800 mg kg− 1), root inoculation of S. indica and S. indica + S. meliloti decreased Zn transfer factor by 60.2% and 44.3% compared to S. meliloti, respectively. Furthermore, a distinct relation between tolerance of S. indica-colonized plant to ZnO-NPs and the ability of S. indica in inhibiting or retarding degradation of polyunsaturated lipids through prevention of excess reactive oxygen species formation was observed. Malondialdehyde content of inoculated plants with S. indica either alone or in combination with S. meliloti was significantly lower than non-inoculated plants (p < 0.01). Zn-induced oxidative stress was mitigated by S. indica through enhanced activities of catalase and peroxidase enzymes. The findings of the present study indicate the potential use of endophytes fungus S. indica for ensuring food safety and security, and human health in heavy metal–polluted soil by reducing the phytoavailability of heavy metals in the aerial parts of the host plants.

scholarly journals Role of Bio-based Synthesized Nano Zinc Oxide in Ameliorating the Deleterious Effects Caused by Lead in Vigna radiata L.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
RAVI KUMAR YADAV ◽  
Narsingh Bahadur Singh ◽  
AJEY SINGH ◽  
VIJAYA YADAV ◽  
KM NIHARIKA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Vigna Radiata ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Zno Nps ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Nano Zinc Oxide ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Nano Zinc

Abstract The present work describes the bio-based synthesis (green) and characterization of Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using leaf extract of Tridax, the synthesized nanoparticles were used to study their beneficial effect in the growth and metabolism of Vigna radiata. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONP) were characterized using X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), High-Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy (HR-TEM), and Ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy (UV–Vis spectra). Growth of V. radiata seedlings was measured in terms of shoot length (SL) and root length (RL) were treated 20 and 40 mg/L concentrations of green synthesized ZnO NPs, and constant concentration (50 mg/L) of PbCl2. These studies have shown the effect of ZnO NPs in the stimulation of growth as well as physiological and biochemical parameters. Vigna seedlings showed positive effects depending upon the increasing concentrations of ZnO NPs. This study suggests that ZnO NPs can be effectively used to ameliorate the toxicity of Pb in Vigna plants.

scholarly journals EFFECTS OF IMPREGNATION WITH STYRENE AND NANO-ZINC OXIDE ON FIRE-RETARDING, PHYSICAL, AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF POPLAR WOOD

CERNE ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 465-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siroos Habibzade ◽  
Hamid R. Taghiyari ◽  
Asghar Omidvar ◽  
Hamid R. Roudi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Ignition Time ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Poplar Wood ◽  
Nano Zinc Oxide ◽  
Wood Polymer ◽  
Nano Zinc

ABSTRACT Nanoparticles have been vastly applied in wood polymer composites (WPCs) in the recent years to improve some of the drawbacks of solid wood species. In the present study, the effects of ZnO nanoparticles on fire retarding, physical, and mechanical properties of polymerized poplar wood were investigated. Poplar specimens were impregnated with styrene monomer, containing four different contents of nano-zinc oxide (ZnO) (0, 0.5, 1 and 1.5%, based on the dry weight of monomer). Results of the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) showed homogeneous dispersion of ZnO nanoparticles in the WPC matrix. Nano-zinc oxide improved physical properties such as dimensional stability and water absorption. Moreover, mechanical properties increased in comparison to the control specimens. The impregnation process also significantly improved some of the fire-retarding properties, including the ignition time; however, the flammability nature of styrene aggravated some others, such as carbonized area. It was concluded that, although most of the properties were improved, the final application of WPC should be taken in to consideration before making decision on whether or not to impregnate populus wood with styrene.

scholarly journals Synergistic Effects of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Bacteria Reduce Heavy Metals Toxicity in Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Plant

Toxics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 113
Author(s):  
Nazneen Akhtar ◽  
Sehresh Khan ◽  
Shafiq Ur Rehman ◽  
Zia Ur Rehman ◽  
Amana Khatoon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metals ◽  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Oryza Sativa ◽  
Plant Growth ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Oryza Sativa L ◽  
Water Current ◽  
Polluted Water ◽  
Oxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Zno Nps

Heavy metals (HMs) are toxic elements which contaminate the water bodies in developing countries because of their excessive discharge from industrial zones. Rice (Oryza sativa L) crops are submerged for a longer period of time in water, so irrigation with HMs polluted water possesses toxic effects on plant growth. This study was initiated to observe the synergistic effect of bacteria (Bacillus cereus and Lysinibacillus macroides) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) (5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 mg/L) on the rice that were grown in HMs contaminated water. Current findings have revealed that bacteria, along with ZnO NPs at lower concentration, showed maximum removal of HMs from polluted water at pH 8 (90 min) as compared with higher concentrations. Seeds primed with bacteria grown in HM polluted water containing ZnO NPs (5 mg/L) showed reduced uptake of HMs in root, shoot and leaf, thus resulting in increased plant growth. Furthermore, their combined effects also reduced the bioaccumulation index and metallothionine (MTs) content and enhanced the tolerance index of plants. This study suggested that synergistic treatment of bacteria with lower concentrations of ZnO NPs helped plants to reduce heavy metal toxicity, especially Pb and Cu, and enhanced plant growth.

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