Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22.4, Problem 2MQ
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Petroleum products are large chain hydrocarbons which are mostly spilled in marine water when they are extracted from rock beds. These products are a rich source of organic matter and microorganisms can easily consume these organic products.

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