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Which of the following essential element(s) is/are required as major supplement to enhance the bioremediation of oil spills by the resident bacteria?
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- Sulfur
- Nitrogen and phosphorus
- Iron
- Carbon
Correct Option: B
Oil spills in seas and oceans can be remedied by the use of certain special kinds of bacteria which degrade polyhydrocarbons. Such bacteria are utilized in the process of bioremediation to prevent serious impacts on marine environment caused by spillage. Such bacteria require nitrogen and phosphorus as major supplement for enhancing the rate of degradation of saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons.