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Microbial Community Dynamics During Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons

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Biodegradation and Bioremediation

Part of the book series: Soil Biology ((SOILBIOL,volume 2))

Abstract

Hydrocarbons are introduced into environments through constant, lowlevel releases and large-scale accidental spills. Widespread use of hydrocarbons has resulted in a variety of environments being exposed. Shifts in microbial populations occur when hydrocarbons enter an environment, and during their subsequent degradation (MacNaughton et al. 1999). Biodegradation requires appropriate environmental conditions and an active microbial population. Physical parameters that affect microbial growth can be measured. There is currently no single method to easily assess microbial community dynamics during hydrocarbon degradation. A broad overview of the various methods used for studying community dynamics will be presented here, followed by a discussion of some specific research results.

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Greene, E.A., Voordouw, G. (2004). Microbial Community Dynamics During Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons. In: Singh, A., Ward, O.P. (eds) Biodegradation and Bioremediation. Soil Biology, vol 2. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-06066-7_2

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