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CO can influence seed germination by regulating seed dormancy through interactions with genes and hormones. Additionally, CO positively affects seedling growth by enhancing the antioxidant system, thereby increasing resistance to oxidative damage caused by stress. CO has beneficial effects on root development, root length, stomatal closure, and regulation of the photosynthetic system. Its interaction with reactive oxygen species (ROS) mediates hormone- and light-dependent growth processes during the early stages of plant development under stress. Furthermore, CO interacts with other signaling molecules, such as nitric oxide (NO), molecular hydrogen (H2), and hydrogen sulfide (H2S). 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