Microbially Produced Glycolipid Surfactants Are Used for

question 25

Multiple Choice

Microbially produced glycolipid surfactants are used for

• A)emulsification and increasing detergency,which aids in biodegradability.
• B)solubilization of hydrophobic compounds,which enhances cleanup and recovery of oil from spills.
• C)prevention or reduction of microbial growth on surfaces,decreasing transmission of disease.
• D)both emulsification and increasing detergency and solubilization of hydrophobic compounds.
• E)both emulsification and increasing detergency and prevention or reduction of microbial growth on surfaces.

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