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MIC 121 Introductory Microbiology Objective Question

Question

Environmental Microbiology primarily studies pollution in water, air, and soil, and also focuses on the control of soil and water pollution using different techniques. Which other major aspect is mentioned as part of its scope?
Options
A Animal disease treatment
B Food fermentation processes
C Biogeochemical cycles of elements
Correct Answer
D Identification of human pathogens
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 9 states that Environmental Microbiology also studies 'Biogeochemical cycles for cycling of elements (carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and Sulphur) in the environment'.

Hint

Consider the natural processes that involve elements in the environment.

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