OVERVIEW

Plants are autotrophic organisms that convert solar energy into multiple forms suitable for carrying out various physiological functions. Throughout the course, these modes of energy conversion will be explored in depth, focusing on photosynthetic processes and the mechanisms by which plants redistribute energy. General principles of mineral nutrition and water uptake from the soil will also be discussed, always in relation to the energy sources that make these processes possible.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course aims to provide the foundations for understanding the functional mechanisms of plant organisms, with particular focus on angiosperms, in relation to the use of light energy and the ways in which its conversion enables the various physiological processes essential for plant growth and development.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The student will acquire knowledge of photosynthesis, energy redistribution through the phloem, water uptake and transport, and plant nutrition.

TEACHING METHODS

Frontal lessons.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

From light to photosynthesis: light phase and metabolic phase.

Redistribution of photosynthates: the phloem.

The pathway of water from roots to leaves.

Energy and plant nutrition: electricity in action.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

1) Rascio. Elementi di Fisiologia Vegetale, II edizione EdiSES

2) Lionetti e Bellicampi. Fisiologia Vegetale Applicata. Piccin

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Oral examination.

Presentation/test and related discussion

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral examination will focus on the topics covered during the lectures. The student will prepare a short computer presentation of about 15 minutes on recent scientific publications selected by the professor.

The exam in the form of a presentation or test will focus on the topics covered during the lectures. Presentation or test will be based on recent scientific publications relating to the topics covered, selected by the teacher.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Recommended attendance