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Revision as of 20:04, 8 March 2008
Introduction
The rizosphere refers to the region of soil near plant roots. Compared to the rest of soil, this area is relatively luxurious- nutrients are more plentiful and bacteria abound. Sylvia et al compare the rizosphere to an oasis.
Soil Environment Associated with Plants
Rhizoplane
Rhizosphere
Physical Environment
Plant Exudates
Microbial Communities
Other
Biotic Interactions in the Rhizosphere
Soil Properties Around the Rhizosphere
References
- Sylvia, D., Fuhrmann,J., Hartel, P., Zuberer, D. 2005. Principles and Applications of Soil Microbiology. Pearson Education Inc. New Jersey.
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