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Effects of bisphenol A on root traits and rhizosphere bacteria: exploring the link between rhizosphere bacterial and root growth
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Researchers found that bisphenol A (BPA) exposure alters both root morphology and rhizosphere bacterial community structure in plants, revealing a complex interplay between soil microbes and plant roots under chemical stress. The study advances understanding of plant-microbe interactions in BPA-contaminated environments.
BPA exposure not only alters root morphology and bacterial community structure but also highlights the intricate interplay between rhizosphere bacteria and plant roots under BPA stress. This study contributes to the theoretical understanding of plant-microbe interactions in contaminated environments and may inform future research on microbial involvement in plant stress responses.
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