What Is the Difference Between Biostimulation and Bioaugmentation

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between biostimulation and bioaugmentation?

• A) Bioaugmentation enhances the growth of local microbes in a contaminated site by providing additional nutrients while biostimulation relies on activities of microorganisms added to the contaminated material, complementing the resident population.
• B) Biostimulation generally occurs in situ and is less disruptive while bioaugmentation is performed off site using a bioreactor, a large tank designed to accelerate microbial processes.
• C) Biostimulation enhances the growth of local microbes in a contaminated site by providing additional nutrients while bioaugmentation relies on activities of microorganisms added to the contaminated material, complementing the resident population.
• D) Biostimulation is a method of degrading environmental pollutants while bioaugmentation is a method of supplementing microbial populations in landfills and composters.
• E) Biostimulation is a bioremediation process designed to remove pollutants from an environment. Bioaugmentation is a method used in laboratories to promote the growth of fastidious microbes.

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Definitions:

Tense Muscles

Muscles that are contracted and stiff, often due to stress, overuse, or underlying health conditions, leading to discomfort and reduced mobility.

Massage Technique

A range of methods and strokes applied to the body's soft tissues to relieve tension, improve blood flow, and promote relaxation.

Vertebral Column

The spine; a series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the lower back, protecting the spinal cord and supporting the body.

Massaging

The act of rubbing and kneading muscles and joints of the body with the hands to relieve tension or pain.