Circadian and Diurnal Regulation of Plant Lipid Metabolism

Circadian rhythms influence lipid metabolism in plants, affecting the production and degradation of lipids in response to environmental changes.

• The circadian clock aligns physiological processes in plants with the Earth's 24-hour light-dark cycle.
• Key metabolic processes regulated by the circadian clock include photosynthesis and nutrient uptake.
• Lipid metabolic genes are modulated by circadian rhythms, impacting fatty acid biosynthesis and lipid storage.
• Diurnal rhythms ensure the rhythmic production and degradation of lipids based on energy availability.
• The regulation of lipid metabolism may enhance plant adaptation to environmental changes and stress.

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