Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
13th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605180
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case, Derek Weber, Warner Bair
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 27, Problem 2CAE
The bioremediation process shown in the photograph is used to remove benzene and other hydrocarbons from soil contaminated by petroleum. The pipes are used to add nitrates, phosphates, oxygen, or water. Why are each of these added? Why is it not always necessary to add bacteria?
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Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
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