These plants ooze acid. #shorts #science #SciShow

The video explains how plants use acids to maintain health and respond to infections. When under attack, plants release more acids from their roots, attracting bacteria that bind to the roots and trigger the plant's defense mechanisms. This process activates genes that help protect the plant from disease and minimize damage.

What is the effect of the process described on the genes in the plant?

How does the process described in the text help prevent damage to diseased plants?