ENHANCED RHIZOSPHERE BIODEGRADATION

Enhanced biodegradation of
contaminants near plant roots where compounds exuded by the roots
increase microbial biodegradation activity. Other plant processes such as water uptake by the plant roots can enhance biodegradation by drawing contaminants to the root zone.
SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

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