articleJournal of Hazardous MaterialsNov 17, 2019HYBRID OA

Effects of plastic mulch film residues on wheat rhizosphere and soil properties

Netherlands Institute of Ecology · Wageningen University & Research · +3 more institutions

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Abstract

Plastic residues could accumulate in soils as a consequence of using plastic mulching, which results in a serious environmental concern for agroecosystems. As an alternative, biodegradable plastic films stand as promising products to minimize plastic debris accumulation and reduce soil pollution. However, the effects of residues from traditional and biodegradable plastic films on the soil-plant system are not well studied. In this study, we used a controlled pot experiment to investigate the effects of macro- and micro- sized residues of low-density polyethylene and biodegradable plastic mulch films on the rhizosphere bacterial communities, rhizosphere volatile profiles and soil chemical properties.…

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