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Phytotoxicity of metal–organic framework MOF-74(Co) nanoparticles to pea seedlings.

Authors :
Hu, Ruonan
Huang, Heyu
Chen, Hua
Zhang, Jiahao
Zhong, Qinmei
Wu, Xian
Yang, Shengtao
Source :
Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts; Apr2024, Vol. 26 Issue 4, p710-720, 11p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Metal–organic framework (MOF) materials have unique structure and fantastic properties for wide-ranging applications. Pilot studies highlighted the toxicity and potential threats of MOF materials to the environment. In this study, we revealed the phytotoxicity of MOF-74(Co) nanoparticles (NPs) and their inhibitory effects on the photosynthesis of pea seedlings (Pisum sativum L.). MOF-74(Co) NPs have limited influences on the germination of pea seeds, but distinct environmental effects of MOF-74(Co) NPs were found in pea seedlings. The root length of pea seedlings, fresh weight and dry weight decreased by 50.0%, 29.2% and 36.4%, respectively, compared with the control group, when the material concentration was greater than 100 mg L<superscript>−1</superscript>. The net photosynthetic rate decreased by 48% and the intercellular CO<subscript>2</subscript> concentration increased by 183% upon exposure to MOF-74(Co) NPs. Mechanistically, MOF-74(Co) exposure led to Co uptake in pea seedlings; the increases were 223% for the root, 267% for the stem and 6562% for the leaves, respectively, when the MOF-74(Co) NP concentration was 10 mg L<superscript>−1</superscript>. The released Co ions from MOF-74(Co) NPs caused oxidative damage to leaves and induced damage to the acceptor side of photosynthesis system II. Our results indicated that the environmental toxicity of MOF materials was largely regulated by the metal centers. MOF materials with nontoxic metal elements are desirable for future applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20507887
Volume :
26
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176811877
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1039/d3em00503h