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Geological Engineering · Q69

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 69

Q69

Which term describes the process by which pollutants are removed from water by natural microbial activity?

A.
Biodegradation
Answer
B.
Filtration
C.
Sedimentation
D.
Adsorption

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Biodegradation is the breakdown of pollutants by microorganisms into less harmful substances.This is a natural water purification mechanism.