Struvite as soil conditioner for the effective remediation of heavy metals in acidic soil: Performance and mechanism

Key Points

• Struvite significantly enhances the remediation of heavy metals in acidic soils, providing an effective solution for soil management.
• Heavy metal concentrations were reduced by up to 70% in treated soil samples over a 12-week period, highlighting its efficacy.
• Assessment using biochemical pathways showed that struvite acts as a soil conditioner that alters metal bioavailability.
• Findings support the use of struvite in sustainable agriculture and environmental remediation efforts targeting contaminated soils.