Metal-Absorbing Plants
Plants have evolved strategies to either exclude or absorb metals from the soil, with many storing these metals in leaf vacuoles. Over 500 species are known to hyperaccumulate various metals, including nickel, zinc, and arsenic. The process of extracting these metals for use, known as agro mining, involves careful cultivation and harvesting of these unique plants.In this clip
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