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Nanobubble-Saturated Water in Soil-Plant Systems: Root-Zone Oxygenation, Chemical Responses, and Structural Stability
Yeganeh Arablousabet1, Arvydas Povilaitis1
1Department of Water Engineering, Vytautas Magnus University, K. Donelaičio g. 58, 44248 Kaunas, Lithuania.
Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland)
|August 12, 2026
Summary
Nanobubble-saturated water (NBSW) can alter soil moisture, evaporation, and percolation, with effects varying by soil texture. NBSW influences microbial activity and nutrient cycling, but field-scale research is needed.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Soil Science
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Nanobubble-saturated water (NBSW) is increasingly studied for its potential to enhance root-zone oxygenation and modify soil-plant interactions.
- Understanding NBSW's effects on soil physical, chemical, and biological properties is crucial for sustainable agriculture.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and synthesize research on NBSW's impact on soil moisture storage, percolation, electrical conductivity (EC), microbial activity, and soil structure.
- To integrate findings on root-zone oxygenation, nutrient dynamics, and soil structural responses within a unified framework.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search and retrieval of relevant publications.
- Bibliometric analysis and keyword co-occurrence analysis to synthesize findings.
- Integration of data on soil physical, chemical, and biological responses to NBSW.
Main Results:
- NBSW can influence water partitioning, increasing evaporation and reducing percolation, creating varied moisture gradients.
- Soil texture significantly impacts NBSW effects: finer soils retain more moisture, while coarser soils show enhanced oxygen penetration and microbial activity.
- Increased oxygen availability from NBSW alters microbial communities, affecting soil CO2 emissions and nutrient cycling (N, P).
Conclusions:
- NBSW demonstrates versatile modifications to soil watering, impacting physical, chemical, and biological processes.
- Repeated NBSW application may lead to soil compaction, especially in finer-textured soils.
- Further research is essential to optimize NBSW gas types and application strategies for diverse field conditions.
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