Study Guide for Campbell Biology
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 37, Problem 3TYK
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Introduction: Soil contamination (soil pollution) is considered as a part of land degradation. It is mainly caused by the existence of xenobiotic chemicals in the soil environment. Agricultural chemicals, industrial waste, and improper waste disposal contribute to major soil contamination. There are certain methods available for decontamination of the soil as well as water; for example, phytoremediation.
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Study Guide for Campbell Biology
Ch. 37 - Describe the characteristics of a fertile soil.Ch. 37 - Prob. 2IQCh. 37 - Prob. 3IQCh. 37 - Prob. 4IQCh. 37 - Prob. 5IQCh. 37 - Prob. 6IQCh. 37 - Prob. 7IQCh. 37 - Prob. 1SYKCh. 37 - What are the similarities and differences between...Ch. 37 - The most fertile type of soil is usually a. sand,...
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