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=== Bioremediation === [[Bioremediation]] is a process that uses [[Microorganism|microorganisms]] such as [[bacteria]], [[Fungus|fungi]], plant enzymes, and [[yeast]] to neutrilize hazardous containments that can be in the environment. This could help mitigate a variety of environmental hazards, including [[Oil spill|oil spills]], [[Pesticide|pesticides]], [[heavy metals]], and other pollutants. <ref>{{Cite web |title=What is Bioremediation |url=https://www.hawaii.edu/abrp/biordef.html |access-date=2024-04-27 |website=www.hawaii.edu}}</ref> Bioremediation can be conducted either on-site ('in situ') or off-site ('ex situ') which is often necessary if the climate is too cold. Factors influencing the duration of bioremediation would include to the extent of the contamination, environmental conditions, and with timelines that can range from months to years.<ref>{{Cite web |title=What Is Bioremediation, and How Does It Work (With Examples)? |url=https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/bioremediation.asp |access-date=2024-04-27 |website=Investopedia |language=en}}</ref>
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