Genetically Engineering Bacteria May Be Used to Break Down Pollutants

question 108

Multiple Choice

Genetically engineering bacteria may be used to break down pollutants in the environment in a process known as

• A) bioremediation.
• B) replica plating.
• C) hybridization.
• D) transcription.
• E) polymorphism.

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Endocrine System

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Internal Equilibrium

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