IN A NUTSHELL 🌿 Plants release isoprene, a natural chemical, as a defense mechanism against pests. 🧬 Research shows that isoprene triggers a plant response, increasing Jasmonic acid levels to make proteins hard to digest for insects. 🌍 Isoprene is a volatile organic compound that contributes to air pollution by forming ground-level ozone. 🤔 The … Continue reading “Trees Are Poisoning the Air”: Shocking New Study Reveals Natural Plant Defenses May Be Making Pollution Worse