The Role of Chloride Channels in Plant Responses to NaCl
Lulu Liu,
Xiaofei Li,
Chao Wang
et al.
Abstract:Chloride (Cl−) is considered a crucial nutrient for plant growth, but it can be a challenge under saline conditions. Excessive accumulation of Cl− in leaves can cause toxicity. Chloride channels (CLCs) are expressed in the inner membranes of plant cells and function as essential Cl− exchangers or channels. In response to salt stress in plants, CLCs play a crucial role, and CLC proteins assist in maintaining the intracellular Cl− homeostasis by sequestering Cl− into vacuoles. Sodium chloride (NaCl) is the prima… Show more
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