Application of Random Amplified Polymorphic Dna (Rapd) Analysis to Detect the Genotoxic Effect of Mercury (Hg) Heavy Metal Stress on Mentha Arvenvsis Seedlings

Key Points

• Seedlings exhibit significant genotoxic effects when exposed to mercury, indicating a direct impact on their genetic material.
• Increased levels of genotoxicity were evident through random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) analysis, revealing the detrimental effects of heavy metals.
• The study assesses the influence of heavy metal stress using molecular techniques to determine genetic variation in Mentha arvensis.
• Findings support the need for further studies on environmental pollutants affecting plant genetics, highlighting a critical issue for ecosystems.