Some Researchers Have Begun Attempting to Clean Up Oil Spills

question 30

Multiple Choice

Some researchers have begun attempting to clean up oil spills by adding nonindigenous microbial hydrocarbon degraders to the spill, in the hope that these bacteria will neutralize the dangerous chemicals in the spill. This is an example of ________.

• A) bioremediation via fertilization
• B) seeding
• C) production of a new antibiotic
• D) use of extremophiles for cleanup of organic solvents

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