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A novel purple acid phytase from an earthworm cast bacterium.

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Published in 2018 at "Journal of the science of food and agriculture"

DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.8845

Abstract: BACKGROUND Phytases are a diverse group of enzymes initiating the dephosphorylation of phytate. Phytate is considered as an anti-nutritional compound because of its capability to chelate nutrients such as Fe2+ , Zn2+ , Mg2+ ,… read more here.

Keywords: purple acid; phytase; acid phytase; phytase earthworm ... See more keywords
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Effects of Earthworm Cast Application on Water Evaporation and Storage in Loess Soil Column Experiments

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Published in 2020 at "Sustainability"

DOI: 10.3390/su12083112

Abstract: Earthworm cast is a common bio-organic fertiliser, which can effectively improve soil fertility and structure. However, only a few studies have focused on the effect of earthworm cast on soil water movement. In this study,… read more here.

Keywords: water; evaporation; application; soil ... See more keywords