Evaluation of arsenic-Tolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria from Manipur for mitigating arsenic translocation and enhancing growth in rice (Oryza sativa)

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Evaluation of arsenic-Tolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria from Manipur for mitigating arsenic translocation and enhancing growth in rice (Oryza sativa)

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