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Photosynthesis, dark respiration, and growth of Rumex patientia L. exposed to ultraviolet irradiance (288 to 315 nanometers) simulating a reduced atmospheric ozone column

Journal Article · · Plant Physiol.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1104/pp.58.4.563· OSTI ID:6428850
Net photosynthesis, dark respiration, and growth of Rumex patientia L. exposed to a ultraviolet irradiance (288-315 nanometers) simulating a 0.18 atm cm stratospheric ozone column were determined. The ultraviolet irradiance corresponding to this 38% ozone decrease from normal was shown to be an effective inhibitor of photosynthesis and leaf growth. The repressive action on photosynthesis accumulated through time whereas leaf growth was retarded only during the initial few days of exposure. Small increases in dark respiration rates occurred but did not continue to increase with longer exposure periods. A reduction in total plant dry weight and leaf area of approximately 50% occurred after 22 days of treatment, whereas chlorophyll concentrations remained unaltered. 29 references, 7 figures, 1 table.
Research Organization:
Utah State Univ., Logan
OSTI ID:
6428850
Journal Information:
Plant Physiol.; (United States), Journal Name: Plant Physiol.; (United States) Vol. 58:4; ISSN PLPHA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English