1. What is phytoremediation? (2 points) 2. What are two characteristics or adaptations (of the plant) that are necessary for a plant to be useful for phytoremediation? (2 points) 3. Define the following terms (as they relate to phytoremediation). Do NOT use the same word to define itself. (3 points) a. rhizodegradation b. phyto-accumulation c. phyto-degradation 4. Identify one plant that is commonly used for bioremediation. What specific environmental condition is it used to treat? Which method (from #3) does the plant use to improve this condition? (3 points)
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