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Differential positioning of chloroplasts in C mesophyll and bundle sheath cells

Plant Signaling and Behavior, ISSN: 1559-2324, Vol: 6, Issue: 8, Page: 1111-1113
2011
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Chloroplast photorelocation movement is extensively studied in C but not C plants. C plants have two types of photosynthetic cells: mesophyll and bundle sheath cells. Mesophyll chloroplasts are randomly distributed along cell walls, whereas bundle sheath chloroplasts are located close to the vascular tissues or mesophyll cells depending on the plant species. The cell-specific C chloroplast arrangement is established during cell maturation, and is maintained throughout the life of the cell. However, only mesophyll chloroplasts can change their positions in response to environmental stresses. The migration pattern is unique to C plants and differs from that of C chloroplasts. In this mini-review, we highlight the cell-specific disposition of chloroplasts in C plants and discuss the possible physiological significances. © 2011 Landes Bioscience.

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