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Microrhizae

Microrhizae are a group of fungi that has a symbiotic relationship with plant roots. Microrhizae increase plant roots' ability to extract water from soil.

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Using Phytoremediation to Control Fuel Oxygenate Plumes in Northern Climates, Ronan, Montana

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