Which of the following can help in oil recovery?

Bacteria

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Microbes

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Virus

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B
Microbes

Microbes are injected deep into the oil reservoir, where they feed on nutrients and release gas. This process increases the natural pressure of oil reservoir and thus helps in oil recovery.

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