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A natural or synthetic chemical that promotes the wetting, solubilization, and emulsification of various types of organic chemicals. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

The oxidation-reduction potential of an environment. Measures the tendency of the environment to be reducing (donate electrons) or oxidizing (accept electrons). SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Resistant to biodegradation. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Use of plants to volatilize contaminants (solvents, etc.) from soil or water. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Use of soil amendments and plants to reduce bioavailability and offsite migration of contaminants. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Use of plants to remediate contaminated soil or groundwater. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Use of plants to extract inorganic substances of economic value (precious metals, etc.) SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

Use of plants to extract contaminants (such as metals) from the environment (especially soil). When the plants are saturated with contaminants they are harvested. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary

A process in which plants are able to degrade (break down) organic pollutants through their metabolic processes. SOURCE: Bioremediation and Phytoremediation Glossary