Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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The number of organisms having MerC homolog.
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Mercury occurs naturally in the ecosystem in a small amount. However, activities such as industrialization, anthropogenic practices, and others have contributed significantly to increase its level. Many remediation methods have been proposed among which microbial bioremediation appears to be highly promising.
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