Biomining Takes Advantage of Prokaryotes Ability to ________ Metals

question 38

Multiple Choice

Biomining takes advantage of prokaryotes ability to ________ metals.

• A) reduce
• B) reduce the solubility of
• C) oxidize
• D) directly solubilize
• E) bioaccumulate

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Definitions:

Geothermal Heat Pumps

Systems that use the stable underground temperature to provide heating, cooling, and hot water for buildings.

Geothermal Exchange

The process of using the Earth's constant underground temperature to heat and cool buildings.

Earth's Mantle

The thick layer of rock between the Earth's crust and core, making up about 84% of Earth's volume and involved in plate tectonic movements.

Sustainable Energy

Energy obtained from resources that are replenished at a rate equal to or faster than they are consumed, without depleting natural resources or harming the environment.