Green ZnO Nanoparticles Reduce Nickel Toxicity in Watermelon
Nickel, a naturally occurring metal, is essential for plant growth in tiny amounts but becomes highly toxic when present in…
Melons
Melons (Cucumis melo) are believed to have originated in Africa or Southwest Asia, with evidence of cultivation dating back over 4,000 years. Ancient Egyptians and Romans prized them for their sweetness, while trade routes helped spread them to Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Today, they are grown worldwide, with China, Turkey, Iran, and the U.S. being top producers.