Q. A genetically engineered microorganism used successfully in bioremediation of oil spills, is a species of
A) Pseudomonas
B) Trichoderma
C) Xanthomonas
D) Bacillus
Explanation
Genetically engineered microorganism called Pseudomonas putida is used in bioremediation of oil spills. It is also known as ‘Chakravorty’s super bug or oil eating super bug.
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