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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question

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Pseudomonas and other microbes are highlighted for their ability to degrade oil spills, pesticides, and heavy metals. This application is known as:
Options
A Biogeochemical Cycling
B Decomposition
C Bioremediation
Correct Answer
D Wastewater Treatment
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 8, under 'Bioremediation', states 'Pseudomonas and other microbes degrade oil spills, pesticides & heavy metals.'

Hint

The term for using biological agents to clean up pollutants is directly stated on page 8.

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