Using Microbes to Break Down or Remove Toxic Wastes in Water

question 58

Multiple Choice

Using microbes to break down or remove toxic wastes in water and soil is called

• A)decomposition.
• B)synergism.
• C)mineralization.
• D)bioremediation.
• E)recycling.

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Definitions:

Acceleration

The rate at which an object’s velocity changes with time, often measured in meters per second squared (m/s²).

Pressure

the feeling of psychological strain and stress, often arising from external sources that demand high performance or coping.

Vestibular System

The sensory system that provides the leading contribution to the sense of balance and spatial orientation for the purpose of coordinating movement with balance.

Gustatory System

The gustatory system is responsible for the sensation of taste, and it involves the taste buds on the tongue and other related neural structures.