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 22.7, Problem 3MQ
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Wastewater is the complex mixture of pollutants which include chemicals used in industries and agricultural fields. These chemicals are highly toxic and somewhat carcinogenic. New technological advancement and a large number of new products available in the market have also posed a risk to the environment as chemicals in these products also end up in wastewater.
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Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
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