Biodegradation of Atrazine Herbicide: A Mini-review
F. Muhammad,
Hafeez Muhammad Yakasai
Abstract:Atrazine herbicide is known to disrupt the endocrine system and is potentially carcinogenic. The long-term use of this herbicide results in high residue levels in soil, causing water contamination of agricultural land. Microbial degradation of herbicide represents a cost-effective way of eco-restoration compared to the more expensive physicochemical methods, especially in soil settings. Growth and degradation of atrazine by microorganisms are optimal at specific concentrations, temperature, pH, inoculum size a… Show more
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