Plants and Bacteria as Rescue for Contaminated Soil

It is no secret that both bacteria and some plant species are able to survive in the most unfavorable, even extreme conditions. Such places certainly include areas contaminated with various organic and inorganic compounds, including hydrocarbons or heavy metals. Research shows that some organisms manage very well in such an environment… by naturally cleansing it of pollutants. Scientists are trying to learn about these extraordinary abilities of certain strains of bacteria or selected plant species in order to create a unique “arsenal” supporting the process of remediation of contaminated areas.