Immobilization

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Immobilization in soil science, is when organic matter decomposes and is absorbed by micro-organisms, therefore preventing it being accessible to plants.[1] Immobilization is the alternative to mineralization.

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  1. ^ Principles and Practices of Soil Science, the soil as a natural resource (4th edition), R.E. White
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