Using microbes to break down or remove toxic wastes in water and soil is called
A)decomposition.
B)synergism.
C)mineralization.
D)bioremediation.
E)recycling.

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The term "bioremediation" specifically refers to the use of microbes to break down or remove toxic wastes in water and soil. Decomposition, synergism, mineralization, and recycling all involve the actions of microbes in various ways, but do not necessarily focus on the removal of toxic wastes.

Using Microbes to Break Down or Remove Toxic Wastes in Water