Consider the following statements regarding Bioremediation: 1. Bioremediation is the technology that uses microorganisms to break down hazardous substances into less toxic or non-toxic substances. 2. Bioventing, bioleaching, biosparging are the example of ex-situ bioremediation Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Statement 2 is incorrect: Bioventing, bioleaching, biosparging are the example of in-situ bioremediation

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