Part 45 Article: Biotechnology My Blog Title: The world, from the past to the present, retold from the timelines. Click on PDF to download from Part 3 2023: [8.29] Notable innovations: CRISPR-freebase editing system without guide RNA that enabled also editing chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes with precision (CyDENT). Sourced from [twinkl.com] titled “What is a Chloroplast?” Chloroplasts are mostly oval-shaped blobs, but they can come in shapes like stars and ribbons too. A chloroplast is protected by a smooth outer membrane which holds all of its material. They contain chlorophyll, which is the pigment that gives plants their green colour. Chloroplasts are important to the growth of the plant because they turn sunlight into energy for the plant to use. This is a process called photosynthesis. Chloroplasts are multi-talented. They also store energy for the plant cell and fight off diseases. They are an important part of the cell’s immune system which helps it to stay healthy. Just l...
Article: Wildlife Article: Invented Species My Blog Title: Can Indoor Plants Live Without Lights? Plants need water, nutrients from soil and sunlight photosynthesis to produce internal food, sugar energy to power the growth in flowering, fruiting and leafy foliage. Accordingly, fruits have a sweet taste in the mix in bearings. Plants thriving in the wildforest, grown in the garden, and planted in the pots, have different growth. Plants in the wild and gardening absorb sufficient sunlight for natural growth. So can plants live without light? In the wild forest canopy ecosystem, taller trees block sunlight from penetration to the floor habitats, yet certain floor-based plants can adapt to the low light, or partial light while in flourishments. Indoor plants or houseplants are plants we grow inside the house or building in part of decorative ornamental or air purification. Why don't we question "why indoor plants can live inside the house or building"? This doubt i...