Plants communicate with each other through biochemical signals to enhance their response to environmental stresses. When a plant is exposed to stress such as drought, predator attacks,...
Earth's gravity is the force that attracts all objects towards the center of the Earth. It is this gravitational force that causes apples to fall...
Plants that prefer shade are able to adapt to low light conditions in various ways. They may have wider and thinner leaves to capture more...
Pepper is rich in chemical compounds that give it its distinctive aroma and characteristic spiciness. The main molecule responsible for these properties is piperine, which...
Red algae are known for their moisturizing properties thanks to their ability to retain water. Their composition rich in polysaccharides, such as alginic acid and...
Pepper is a popular spice used to add flavor to dishes. Its chemical composition is complex and varies depending on the type of pepper. However, most peppers...
Essential oils are complex mixtures of volatile organic compounds produced by plants. They are generally made up of several families of molecules, such as terpenes, alcohols, ketones,...
Pollination is the vital process of transferring pollen from the stamens to the pistil of a flower, allowing the fertilization of the ovules. This transfer...
Sargassum seaweed are marine organisms belonging to the genus Sargassum. These brown algae reproduce mainly through fragmentation: pieces of algae break off and give birth...
In Greek mythology, dryads are nymphs associated with trees and nature. Their name comes from the Greek word "drys" which means oak. Dryads are born...
