Q. Which of the following bacterial strain developed from natural isolates by genetic manipulations can be used for treating oil spills
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
Pseudomonas
Explanation:
Pseudomonas is a genus of bacteria that has been genetically modified to degrade hydrocarbons, making it useful for cleaning up oil spills. These bacteria can break down the oil into less harmful substances.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Agrobacterium – Known for its ability to transfer genes to plants, not for oil spill treatment.
- (B) Clostridium – A genus of bacteria important in fermentation, not for biodegradation of oil.
- (D) Nitrosomonas – Primarily involved in nitrogen cycling and not in the breakdown of hydrocarbons.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Pseudomonas is a genus of bacteria that has been genetically modified to degrade hydrocarbons, making it useful for cleaning up oil spills. These bacteria can break down the oil into less harmful substances.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Agrobacterium – Known for its ability to transfer genes to plants, not for oil spill treatment.
- (B) Clostridium – A genus of bacteria important in fermentation, not for biodegradation of oil.
- (D) Nitrosomonas – Primarily involved in nitrogen cycling and not in the breakdown of hydrocarbons.