Microorganisms and Chemical Pollution.

Alexander, M.

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ERIC Number: EJ086847

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1973

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Microorganisms and Chemical Pollution

Alexander, M.

BioScience, 23, 9, 509-515, Sep 73

Discusses the importance of microorganisms in chemical pollution and pollution abatement. Selected chemical pollutants are chosen to illustrate that microorganisms synthesize hazardous substances from reasonably innocuous precursors, while others act as excellent environmental decontaminating agents by removing undesirable natural and synthetic compounds. (JR)

Descriptors: Biological Sciences, College Science, Ecological Factors, Environment, Environmental Education, Microbiology, Pollution, Resource Materials, Secondary School Science

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