ISSN:
1432-2048
Keywords:
Alginate
;
Protoplasts (guard cells)
;
Stomata
;
Vicia
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract Guard cell protoplasts of Vicia faba were immobilized in cross-linked Ca-alginate. No visible morphological changes were detected under the light microscope over a period of 14 days. The entrapped cells reacted normally to changes of the external osmolarity by shrinking and swelling. Addition of the calcium complexing agent, citrate, led to dissolution of the matrix. After reequilibration with Ca ions the released cells regained their ability to swell and shrink in response to external stress. The released protoplasts could be stained with the vital dye, neutral which was accumulated in the vacuoles. It should also be noted that the protoplasts can be transported when immobilized.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00384566
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