All articles tagged with #isoprene
Research from Michigan State University reveals that while isoprene helps plants like soybeans defend against pests and stress, its release may worsen air pollution, raising questions about balancing agricultural benefits with environmental health.
A new study explores the complex relationship between oak trees and air pollution. As the Earth warms, oaks emit more isoprene, a compound that can degrade air quality but also benefits clean air and enhances plant resilience. Researchers suggest controlling nitrogen oxide pollution rather than cutting down oak trees. Isoprene interacts with nitrogen oxide compounds found in air pollution, creating unhealthy byproducts. The study aims to understand the biomolecular processes plants use to make isoprene and how they are affected by climate change. The research found that increasing temperatures have a greater impact on isoprene production than increasing carbon dioxide levels. The findings can help anticipate future isoprene emissions and inform better choices for managing air pollution.
New research from Michigan State University reveals that on a warming planet, plants like oaks and poplars will emit more isoprene, a compound that exacerbates poor air quality and contributes to particulate matter and low-atmosphere ozone. Isoprene can also improve the quality of clean air and make plants more resilient to stressors. The study aims to understand the biomolecular processes behind isoprene production and how they are affected by the environment, particularly in the face of climate change. The findings suggest that increasing temperatures have a greater impact on isoprene production than increasing carbon dioxide levels. The research highlights the need for better control of nitrogen oxide pollution and informed decision-making regarding tree planting to mitigate isoprene emissions.