There are a number of sites around the world that have been made uninhabitable because of chemical pollution in the soil. Which group of organisms might have useful biological tools for breaking down these toxic compounds?

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Fungi have a unique ability to break down toxins in soil using enzymes. Some species of fungi have evolved to break down specific types of toxins, making them a potentially valuable tool in remediation efforts for polluted soil. Animals, protists, and plants do not have this specialized ability to break down toxic compounds in soil.

There Are a Number of Sites Around the World That