Impact of Exogenous Pollutant (Bisphenol A) on Vigna radiata and Their Biological Growth

IJEP 46(6): 580-590 : Vol. 46 Issue 6 (June 2026)

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Sujatha Pandurangan1*, Sandhiya S.1 and Geetharathan T.2

1. Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Selaiyur, Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, India
2. Sri Venkateshwara University, Department of Biotechnology, Tirupati – 517 502, Andhra Pradesh, India

Abstract

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a common chemical used in plastic production. Because of its widespread use and release patterns, BPA, which may be toxic to plants, has recently come to light as a major environmental problem. Previous research has examined the effects of BPA on plants only upto a specific point in their growth. It remains unclear exactly how BPA causes toxicity, penetrates root tissues and damages them. Thus, by analyzing the impact of bisphenol A (BPA) on the ultrastructure and functionality of root tip cells in Vigna radiata plants, this study aimed to investigate the theoretical mechanism of BPA-induced toxicity in root cells. The study examined the effects of BPA exposure on alterations in root tissues. Additionally, the biological traits that were sensitive to BPA stress were studied and FTIR and SEM analysis were used to systematically examine the build-up of BPA in the Vigna radiata plant’s root, stem and leaf. One important internal component that leads to alterations in biological features is the intake of BPA. Our research sheds light on the potential effects of BPA on plant root growth, which may improve scientific understanding of the potential risks associated with BPA exposure for plants. The uptake of these chemicals is a key internal factor that contributes to changes in biological characteristics and provides insight into how these chemicals could alter plant root growth, which might contribute new knowledge toward a better scientific appraisal of the possible dangers of chemical exposure for plants.

Keywords

Vigna radiata plant, Bisphenol A, Bishpenol A exposed on plant (root, stem, leaf), SEM analysis, FTIR analysis

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