This article discusses the use of microbial populations in the bioleaching of valuble ores from rock near or within the subsurface of the Earth.
Subject: Biology, Ecology:Metabolism, Biology:Biogeochemistry, Microbiology, Geoscience:Geology:Geochemistry:Oxidation/Reduction Reactions, Environmental Science:Ecosystems:Biogeochemical cycling
Resource Type: Scientific Resources, Overview/Reference Work
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16), Graduate/Professional
Extreme Environments: Acidic, Altered by Humans
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Biogeoscience, Geochemistry, Environmental ScienceKeyword: chemolithotroph
