{"product_id":"sodium-bicarbonate","title":"Sodium Bicarbonate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSodium bicarbonate \u003c\/strong\u003e(NaHCO₃) can serve several important roles in plant tissue culture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Buffering: \u003c\/strong\u003eSodium bicarbonate acts as a pH buffer to help maintain a stable pH level in the culture medium. Maintaining an optimal pH is crucial for the growth and development of plant tissues in vitro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource of Carbon: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt can provide a source of carbon, which is necessary for photosynthesis and other metabolic processes. In some tissue culture systems, especially those involving autotrophic cultures, sodium bicarbonate can supplement or replace other carbon sources like CO₂.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient Supplement: \u003c\/strong\u003eSodium bicarbonate can also contribute to the overall nutrient balance in the culture medium. It provides sodium ions, which, although not required in large amounts, can be beneficial for certain plant species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlleviating Toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e In some cases, sodium bicarbonate can help to alleviate the toxic effects of certain compounds in the medium, acting as a mild alkali to neutralize excess acidity or other harmful conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"\"\u003eHowever, the concentration and use of sodium bicarbonate must be carefully controlled. Excessive amounts can lead to adverse effects, such as raising the pH too high or causing sodium toxicity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDisclaimer: Results may vary depending on specific cell lines, specifications, and experimental conditions. Consult with cell culture specialists and review comprehensive literature to tailor its use to your specific research needs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plant Cell Technology","offers":[{"title":"Bottle \/ 100 g","offer_id":46616517967969,"sku":"CN-S012-100GM","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle \/ 500 g","offer_id":46616518033505,"sku":"CN-S012-500GM","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle \/ 1 kg","offer_id":46616518000737,"sku":"CN-S012-1KG","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/4973\/6289\/files\/sm-white-bottle.png?v=1790177093","url":"https:\/\/pctlifesciences.com\/products\/sodium-bicarbonate","provider":"PCT Life Sciences","version":"1.0","type":"link"}