Paper 1 · People, Development and Environment
Pollutants in the soil can be broken down by microorganisms. This process is called
AProbiotics
BBioremediation ✓ Correct
CBioaugmentation
DNone of the above
Correct answer: (B) Bioremediation — This process is called bioremediation, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★This process is called bioremediation, so that is the answer.
★Bioremediation uses microorganisms to break down pollutants.
★The microbes digest the harmful substances in the soil.
★So breaking down soil pollutants with microorganisms is bioremediation.
★Probiotics and bioaugmentation are different terms.
★So the answer is bioremediation.
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