10 Questions
Which microorganism is known to produce sulfuric acid?
Acidithiobacillus bacteria
Which bacteria directly oxidizes iron to iron oxides and iron hydroxides?
Ferrobacillus ferrooxidans
Which bacteria is commonly associated with the formation of rusticles on the RMS Titanic wreck?
Ferrobacillus ferrooxidans
Which bacteria is known to require at least 2.5% concentration of sodium chloride?
Desulfovibrio salixigens
Which type of bacteria is common in the absence of oxygen and can grow in both fresh and salt water?
Desulfovibrio
Which type of bacteria is common in the absence of oxygen and is associated with biogenic sulfide corrosion?
Desulfovibrio
Which bacteria is known to produce ammonia and can contribute to microbiologically influenced corrosion?
Desulfotomaculum
Which bacteria directly oxidizes iron to iron oxides and iron hydroxides, causing the formation of rusticles?
Ferrobacillus ferrooxidans
Which microorganism is commonly associated with the production of sulfuric acid, contributing to corrosion of sewer pipes?
Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans
Which bacteria is commonly found in the presence of oxygen and is a common corrosion-causing factor resulting in biogenic sulfide corrosion?
Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans
Test your knowledge of microbial corrosion with this quiz! Explore the impact of microorganisms on various materials, including metals like steel and aluminum alloys, as well as nonmetals such as concrete and glass. Learn about the causes, effects, and prevention of microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC).
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