Cell-based model shows complex rearrangement of tissue mechanical properties are needed for roots to grow in hard soil
Mimault, M.; Ptashnyk, M.; Dupuy, L.
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When exposed to increased mechanical resistance from the soil, plant roots display non-linear growth responses that can not be solely explained by mechanical principles. Here, we aim to investigate how changes in tissue mechanical properties are biologically regulated in response to soil strength. A particle-based model was developed to solve root-soil mechanical interactions at the cellular scale, and a detailed numerical study explored factors that affect root responses to soil resistance. Results showed that growth through increasing soil strength is maintained through the softening of cell walls at the tip, a response likely linked to soil cavity expansion. The model also predicts the shortening and decreased anisotropy of the zone of cell elongation, which may improve the mechanical stability of the root against axial forces. The study demonstrates the potential of advanced modeling tools to help identify traits that confer plant resistance to abiotic stress.
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