The use of microorganisms to break down pollutants in soil and water is called
- A. bioremediation
- B. vaccination
- C. fermentation
- D. electrophoresis
Explanation
Oil spills and industrial wastes can be cleaned by microbes that feed on the contaminants, a gentle alternative to chemical treatment. The prefix bio plus remediation, repairing, captures the idea.
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