Assume that another large oil spill occurred in warm, shallow coastal waters with good oxygen flow. Which outcome would you predict for bioremediation compared to the deep sea?
Answer
A
Recovery would be faster because warm, oxygen-rich conditions support microbial growth.
B
Recovery would fail because nutrients are unnecessary in coastal waters.
C
Recovery would be the same because temperature does not affect microbial activity.
D
Recovery would be slower because shallow water prevents microbial activity.