Regulation of Pro-/Antioxidant Balance in Higher Plants by Nanoparticles of Metals and Metal Oxides

Abstract A comparative analysis of available data suggests that metal and oxide nanoparticles widely used in plant physiology participate the regulation pro-/antioxidant balance higher plants. The dual role is shown: on one hand, they act as triggers oxidative stress and, other can counteract development improve efficiency plant’s antioxidant system. Under abiotic conditions, adaptogens, thus enhancing defense Possible mechanisms nanoparticle action, well prospects for their application fundamental science agriculture are discussed.