Impact of Root Systems on Soil Structure and Hydraulic Properties: A Review of Mechanisms and Effects
Sushma, Anupama Xalxo, Shobha Malviya, Neha Gawde, Aatish Kumar Sharma, Rajnish Yadav, Radhakrishnan NA S, Samrat Sinha, Mohit Kashyap & Neelakshi Sharma · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025
Root systems are fundamental to soil health, influencing its structure and hydraulic properties through complex biophysical and biochemical mechanisms. This review examines the role of root architecture, root exudates, and root-induced mechanical effects in shaping soil porosity,...
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10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i35363