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An alternative to traditional hydrocarbon bioremediation is to pump air through unsaturated soils to create aerobic conditions and induce biodegradation. This study examines the effects of moisture and nutrient augmentation on biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons in aerated soils. Findings indicate that forced aeration, coupled with additions of nutrients and moisture, stimulate hydrocarbon-degrading microorganisms and present a feasible approach to bioremediation management.
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Hinchee, R.E., Arthur, M. Bench Scale Studies of the Soil Aeration Process for Bioremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 28, 901–906 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02922659
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