What Is an Implication of the Fact That Tests Were

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Multiple Choice

What is an implication of the fact that tests were conducted after a period of dry weather?

• A)Dry weather creates harsher sampling conditions for scientists.
• B)If more periods of rainfall occur after the testing,bacteria that secrete endotoxins may increase,thereby increasing endotoxin levels.
• C)Dry weather increases the amount of carbon available for the endotoxin bacteria to use for organic compound production.
• D)The endotoxin bacteria are better able to be used for bioremediation efforts in dry weather than in wet weather.

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Definitions:

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Green Revolution

A period during the 20th century characterized by significant increases in agricultural production worldwide, achieved through the introduction of high-yield crop varieties, chemical fertilizers, and pesticides.

Soil Erosion

The removal of the top layer of soil at a faster rate than it is formed, often due to water, wind, or anthropogenic activities, leading to reduced soil fertility.