Question

59. Which of the following statements correctly describes the term 'bioremediation'?

• A. a) It is the enrichment of the nutrient quality of the soil using biological agents.
  
• B. b) It is the increase of organo-metallic compounds in the organism through energy flow in an ecosystem.
  
• C. c) It is the use of microorganisms to degrade the environmental contaminants into less toxic form.
  
• D. d) It is the adoption of genetic variable plants for breeding of high yielding varieties.

Answer 1

The correct option is C c) It is the use of microorganisms to degrade the environmental contaminants into less toxic form.


C)

Explanation:

Bioremediation is the use of living organisms primarily microorganisms to degrade the environmental contaminants or pollutants into less toxic forms. It uses naturally occurring bacteria and fungi or plants to degrade or detoxify substances hazardous to human health and the environment.