Evaluate the statements below and choose those that correctly apply to the use of endogenous microbes in bioremediation processes.

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Addition of easily metabolized compounds such as glucose enhances breakdown of complex substratesAddition of easily metabolized compounds such as glucose enhances breakdown of complex substrates

A single species of organism with specific metabolic capabilities can clean up an oil spillA single species of organism with specific metabolic capabilities can clean up an oil spill

Endogenous microbes can efficiently remediate oil spills with minimal interventionEndogenous microbes can efficiently remediate oil spills with minimal intervention

Bioremediation is a cooperative process by a variety of different organismsBioremediation is a cooperative process by a variety of different organisms

The addition of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers increases availability of limiting nutrientsThe addition of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers increases availability of limiting nutrients

Existing microbial activity is often limited by nutrients or physical conditionsExisting microbial activity is often limited by nutrients or physical conditions