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  • How Plants Resist Sunburn: Natural Protection Mechanisms Explained
    Plants have several mechanisms to protect themselves from sunburn, including:

    - Leaf structure: Leaves have a waxy cuticle that helps to reflect sunlight.

    - Pigments: Plants contain pigments such as chlorophyll, carotenoids, and anthocyanins. These pigments absorb different wavelengths of light energy and protect the chlorophyll molecule from damage.

    - Enzymes: Plants produce enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and ascorbate peroxidase (APX). These enzymes help to detoxify the free radicals that are produced as a result of sunlight exposure.

    - DNA repair mechanisms: Plants have DNA repair mechanisms that help to repair the damage caused by UV radiation.

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