Early establishment of native halophytic plant species enhanced mineral weathering and organic carbon inputs in bauxite residue under field conditions

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Researchers found that native halophytic plants can reduce alkaline minerals and promote mineral weathering, creating early organo-mineral associations essential for soil development. The plants also doubled organic carbon content, fueling stabilization of soil aggregates.

Early establishment of native halophytic plant species enhanced mineral weathering and organic carbon inputs in bauxite residue under field conditions

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