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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Definitions:

Automatic Stabilizers

Financial strategies and initiatives that adapt on their own to mitigate economic variances without requiring direct action from the government.

Discretionary Fiscal Measures

Discretionary fiscal measures are deliberate actions by the government to adjust its spending and taxation rates to influence the nation's economy, akin to discretionary fiscal policy with a focus on specific measures.

Budget Deficits

A financial situation where a government's expenditures exceed its revenues over a specified period, leading to borrowing or drawing down reserves.

Functional Finance

An economic theory that prioritizes achieving full employment and stable prices over balancing budgets.