Bioremediation
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What are some factors influencing the time required for bioremediation?

  • Size of the contaminated area, concentration of contaminants, conditions, and in situ or ex-situ bioremediation (correct)
  • pH, suitable temperature, suitable kinds of microorganisms, and water
  • Type of contaminants, equipment needed, public acceptance, and energy consumption
  • Microbial population, oxygen, water, and nutrients

What are the major benefits of bioremediation?

  • High cost, negative public acceptance, dangerous transport, and quick time spent
  • High energy consumption, dangerous transport, minimal equipment needed, and quick process
  • Minimal equipment needed, high cost, negative public acceptance, and dangerous transport
  • Completely natural process, quick time spent to make soil and water clean, minimal equipment needed, and positive public acceptance (correct)

What factors are necessary for effective microbial bioremediation?

  • Microbial population, oxygen, water, nutrients, temperature, and pH (correct)
  • Size of contaminated area, concentration of contaminants, conditions, and in situ or ex-situ bioremediation
  • Type of contaminants, suitable temperature, suitable kinds of microorganisms, and water
  • Equipment needed, public acceptance, energy consumption, and pH

What should be the soil moisture for effective microbial bioremediation?

<p>50–70% of the water holding capacity of the soil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best range of pH for good microbial growth in bioremediation?

<p>Around 6.5 to 7.5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suitable range of soil moisture for effective microbial bioremediation?

<p>50–70% of the water holding capacity of the soil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum oxygen concentration required for aerobic biodegradation in soil or water?

<p>0.4 mg/liter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best range of pH for good microbial growth in bioremediation?

<p>6.5–7.5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate temperature range for microbial growth in bioremediation?

<p>30–40˚C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major benefits of bioremediation?

<p>Has positive public acceptance due to organic process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Factors Influencing Bioremediation Time

  • Presence of contaminants, nutrient availability, and microbial populations affect bioremediation time
  • Type and concentration of pollutants, as well as site heterogeneity, also influence bioremediation time

Benefits of Bioremediation

  • Cost-effective and environmentally friendly method for contaminant removal
  • In situ treatment, minimizing disturbance to the environment
  • Potential for complete degradation of pollutants, leaving no residues
  • Can be used for a wide range of pollutants, including petroleum hydrocarbons, pesticides, and heavy metals

Requirements for Effective Microbial Bioremediation

  • Presence of suitable microorganisms, capable of degrading target pollutants
  • Availability of essential nutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and oxygen
  • Optimal environmental conditions, including pH, temperature, and soil moisture

Optimal Environmental Conditions

  • Soil moisture: 50-70% of water-holding capacity for effective microbial bioremediation
  • pH: 6-8, optimal for good microbial growth in bioremediation
  • Temperature: 20-30°C, suitable for microbial growth in bioremediation
  • Oxygen: at least 2-5 mg/L, required for aerobic biodegradation in soil or water

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Test your knowledge of bioremediation with this quiz! Learn about the factors that influence the duration of the process and the benefits it offers. Whether it's the size of the contaminated area or the conditions for bioremediation, this quiz covers it all.

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