Role of microorganism in biodegradation
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Microorganisms play an important role in biodegradation by decomposing organic substances into simpler molecules like carbon dioxide and water. Biodegradation can occur through different types of processes such as biomineralization, biotransformation, aerobic, or anaerobic degradation. The rate of biodegradation depends on factors like the microbial community composition, availability of oxygen and nutrients, abiotic conditions, and presence of light and water. Biodegradation helps reduce pollution and is beneficial for maintaining a clean environment.
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I AM HAFIZ MUHAMMAD WASEEM from mailsi vehari
BSc from science college Multan
MSC university of education Lahore
i love Pakistan and my teachers and my parents
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I AM HAFIZ MUHAMMAD WASEEM from mailsi vehari
BSc from science college Multan
MSC university of education Lahore
i love Pakistan and my teachers and my parents
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This document contains personal information for Hafiz Muhammad Waseem of Lahore, Pakistan who is taking the course Applied Ecology (ZOOL3118) at the University of Education Lahore, Pakistan. It also lists Books for reference.
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I AM HAFIZ MUHAMMAD WASEEM from mailsi vehari
BSc from science college Multan
MSC university of education Lahore
i love Pakistan and my teachers and my parents
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I AM HAFIZ MUHAMMAD WASEEM from mailsi vehari
BSc from science college Multan
MSC university of education Lahore
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I AM HAFIZ MUHAMMAD WASEEM from mailsi vehari
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