Nanometal Oxides in Horticulture and Agronomy

Nanometal Oxides in Horticulture and Agronomy summarizes the physiological,morphological,biochemical,and molecular regulation of metal oxide nanoparticles in plants under normal and stressed conditions,with a focus on their impact and applications. It discusses the use of metal oxide nanoparticles in fertilizers,weed control,and pest control systems,and highlights their potential in challenging environmental conditions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 408 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Nanometal Oxides in Horticulture and Agronomy, a volume in the Nanomaterial-Plant Interactions series, provides a comprehensive summary of the physiological, morphological, biochemical, and molecular regulation of metal oxide nanoparticles in plants under normal conditions as well as during various stresses. With a focus on impact and applications, the book presents the latest advances in the roles of metal oxide nanoparticles in both horticulture and agriculture.

Metal oxide nanoparticles have been recognized as beneficial inorganic materials for promoting plant growth and development, offering protection against abiotic and biotic stresses. Researchers seek to understand the diverse regulatory pathways of metal oxide nanoparticles, including their mechanisms of action under different stressful conditions. This volume explores the physiological, morphological, biochemical, and molecular regulation of metal oxide nanoparticles in plants under normal and stressed conditions. It also delves into tolerance mechanisms and the wide range of roles and applications that metal oxide nanoparticles play in plant biology.

The book begins with an introductory overview of metal oxide nanomaterials, discussing their effect on biochemical pathways within plants and highlighting key applications such as fertilizers, weed control systems, and pest control systems. It further describes the impact of metal oxide nanoparticles in challenging environmental conditions. The concluding chapter discusses the strengths and weaknesses of metal oxide nanoparticles in agriculture, providing inspiration for further research and advancement in this field.

Nanometal Oxides in Horticulture and Agronomy is an essential resource for researchers and students interested in horticulture, agrochemicals, and plant sciences. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the potential benefits and challenges of using metal oxide nanoparticles in agriculture and horticulture.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323918091