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Stanislav S.N. . Ed(S): Gorb - Functional Surfaces in Biology - 9781402066962 - V9781402066962
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Functional Surfaces in Biology

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Description for Functional Surfaces in Biology hardcover. This illustrated book is devoted to the growing area of science dealing with structure and properties of biological surfaces in their relation to particular function(s). Written by specialists from different disciplines, it covers various surface functions. Editor(s): Gorb, Stanislav S.N. Num Pages: 402 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 846.
The slime envelope is strongly involved in the proper functioning of the diaspore at different regulatory levels. It plays an essential role in dispersal, and creates conditions suitable for germination (either stimulation or inhibition depending on environmental cues). By adhesion of the diaspore to the soil, it is protected from unwanted moves to unfavourable habitats. By anchoring the seed in substratum, it regulatesitsorientationandrootpenetration.Finally,theslimeenvelopesuppliesthe embryo and developing seedling with water and nutrients and defends them against viral or fungal pathogenic attack. The presence of slime assures a plant's success in both dispersal of the diaspore and colonization of new habitats. In ... Read more

Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
402
Condition
New
Number of Pages
384
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9781402066962
SKU
V9781402066962
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