| OiliVorous-S: Bioremediation for Disposal of Oily Sludge
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 What
types of microbes are present in OiliVorous - S? |
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The OiliVorous - S consists of bacteria, which are found in
the nature and have been selected based on their affinity for
various hydrocarbons. The final microbial blend is optimised
for fast to degradation of variety of hydrocarbon molecules
present in oil sludge.
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Will
the microbes eat oil stored in tanks or oil reserves in
the ground? |
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No, microbes will not affect the oil stored in storage tanks
or oil reserves in the ground because microbes need oxygen and
water for survival and they do not get enough oxygen and water
in pure oil.
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Are
microbes in OiliVorous-S genetically modified and safe
to use? |
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No. The OiliVorous-S blend does not contain any genetically
modified organism and hence it is quite safe to use and handle.
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How
does bioremediation work? |
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The bioremediation works on the principle of biodegradation
that is a natural process. In this process microbes that live
in soil 'eat' chemicals, such as petroleum hydrocarbons. When
this process is optimised to enhance the rate at which microbes
biodegrade organic chemicals that have been released into the
environment and employed effectively for treatment of contaminants
is termed bioremediation.
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How
much time it takes for bioremediation of a site? |
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The time taken to bioremediate sludge site depends upon:
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The type and concentration
of petroleum hydrocarbon Type of soil, and area available,
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Climatic condition |
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it may take 3 to 8 months to achieve optimum degradation
depending on the above factors. |
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How
much oil concentration can be treated efficiently with bioremediation? |
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The oil concentration, which can be treated by bioremediation depends
upon following factors:
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The composition of oil: The heavier
components take longer time to degrade.
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The amount of oil added to soil:
If amount of oil added to soil is too much, then soil can become
oil-wet and it may inhibit biodegradation due reduced moisture.
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is adjusted based on oil and soil type and end point or treatment
goal that must be reached. |
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What
happens to the microbes after bioremediation of oil sludge? |
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The microbes after doing their job are left as biomass. This can be
good soil conditioner also.
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What
is the most suitable season to start the bioremediation? |
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Bioremediation can be initiated in any season,
but consideration should be given to potential effects of climate
on results. For example, excessive rain may cause run off and extreme
dry conditions may require frequent watering. Very cold condition
may also slow down the process.
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