A research team has reviewed the crucial role of light-dependent protochlorophyllide oxidoreductase (LPOR) in chlorophyll synthesis and chloroplast development, particularly during the dark-light ...

Lanthanides are a class of rare earth elements that in many countries are added to fertilizer as micronutrients to stimulate plant growth. But little is known about how they are absorbed by plants or ...

Young Cho used an ethanol spray to reduce the chlorophyll levels in leaves. The spray induced small RNA that interfered with chlorophyll synthesis resulting in pale yellow plants, and the ...

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"We found that even when chlorophyll synthesis decreased 70%, there was no inhibition of growth," said Young Cho, a postdoctoral researcher in the Ort lab and the study's lead author.

Clear skin, more energy, better digestion—these are just a few of chlorophyll water’s purported benefits. But experts note there’s still much we don’t know.

Chlorophyll plays a pivotal role in photosynthesis, which is why plants have evolved to have high chlorophyll levels in their leaves. However, making this pigment is expensive because plants invest a ...

As the season changes, maintaining skin health becomes crucial. Experts recommend consuming collagen-rich foods like bone ...

Chlorophyllin, derived from chlorophyll is semi-synthetic and water-soluble. It is commonly used as an additive to medicines or food colorings. It is also used to treat wounds. Health Benefits ...

Chlorophyll is present in most green vegetables, and some people take it as a health supplement. The potential benefits of chlorophyll include improving health, boosting energy, and fighting ...