Fungi play an important role in metal transformations through various mechanisms. They can solubilize insoluble metal compounds like oxides and sulfides through organic acid production and proton pumping. This increases metal mobility and availability. Fungi can also immobilize metals through biosorption to cell wall components and intracellular sequestration. Transport systems facilitate uptake of essential metals, and excess metals may be transformed through processes like reduction, methylation, and dealkylation. Fungal solubilization and transformations influence biogeochemical cycles and can aid bioremediation of contaminated soils and water.
Fungi play an important role in metal transformations through various mechanisms. They can solubilize insoluble metal compounds like oxides and sulfides through organic acid production and p…