**7.4 Phyto stabilization**

Contaminants are immobilized inside the root zone by an adsorption mechanism working in conjunction with the accumulation and precipitation phenomenon [16]. Microbiological processes connected to plant roots may enhance/speed up the transformation of organic pollutants like pesticides and hydrocarbons into harmless forms. By combining metal(loid)-immobilizing soil additives with plants that can withstand high levels, Phyto stabilization can be improved [10].
