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rhizosphere

noun
rhi·​zo·​sphere | \ ˈrī-zə-ˌsfir How to pronounce rhizosphere (audio) \

Definition of rhizosphere

: soil that surrounds and is influenced by the roots of a plant

Examples of rhizosphere in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 But the rhizosphere’s exact dimensions can vary by species and even climate, reflecting the roots’ activity. — Lacy Schley, Discover Magazine, "That Word You Heard: Rhizosphere," 11 Feb. 2019

First Known Use of rhizosphere

1921, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for rhizosphere

International Scientific Vocabulary

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