Compared to the rest of the soil,the rhizosphere is kept relatively sterile by the action of plant roots.

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The rhizosphere is actually a highly active and diverse area around plant roots, with a lot of microbial activity and interactions between the roots and soil organisms. It is not kept sterile by the roots, but rather is enriched by the release of organic compounds and other nutrients from the roots, which support microbial growth and diversity.

Compared to the Rest of the Soil,the Rhizosphere Is Kept