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Noun: bioremediation
  1. The branch of biotechnology that uses biological process to overcome environmental problems
     
  2. The act of treating waste or pollutants by the use of microorganisms (as bacteria) that can break down the undesirable substances

Derived forms: bioremediations

Type of: biotech, biotechnology, handling, treatment

Encyclopedia: Bioremediation

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