Synergistic effects between Si-hemicellulose matrix ligands and Zn ions in inhibiting Cd ion uptake in rice (Oryza sativa) cells

摘要

Main conclusion Main conclusion Our study demonstrated that Zn alleviated Cd toxicity in the presence of Si in the cell walls by Zn (2+) binding to ligands through the formation of the Si-hemicellulose matrixZn complexes that restrict the uptake of Cd.