????? Exciting Discovery: Plants Communicate with Each Other! ?????
In a groundbreaking study conducted in Japan, scientists have recorded how plants communicate with their neighbors. Researchers from Saitama University genetically modified thale cress plants, adding biosensors to them, enabling the observation of their communication.
The experiment involved placing caterpillars on some leaves of the thale cress plant, while untouched leaves were positioned next to mouse-ear cress plants with biosensors. Through specialized filming under laboratory conditions, the communication between these biosensor-equipped plants was captured.
The video footage reveals how the mouse-ear cress responds to warning messages received from endangered leaves by emitting calcium ions, illuminating itself. This production of calcium ions, akin to cellular communication mechanisms in the human body, signifies the plant's response to potential threats.
Researchers found that signals transmitted through the air between plants are detected by protective cells in the leaves, triggering the rapid production of calcium ions within minutes. Molecular biologist Masatsugu Toyota, lead author of the study, noted that this unseen communication network plays a vital role in protecting neighboring plants from imminent dangers.
This study sheds light on how plants safeguard each other and is a significant leap in understanding their defense mechanisms. Stay tuned for further updates as we delve deeper into the fascinating world of plant communication! ???? #PlantScience #Nature #Discovery #ScienceResearch