Abstract:During biodegradation, microorganisms can directly metabolize surfactants for energy and nutrients or co-metabolize them with other compounds. Maximum growth of the bacterial consortium on SDS was seen between 30 and 35 °C, while the optimal pH range for bacterial consortium growth was between 6.5 and 7.5. As for the nitrogen source, 2 g/L of ammonium sulfate was optimum in supporting the growth of SDS. The greatest growth rate of the bacterial consortium was recorded at a concentration of between 1 and 1.5 g/… Show more
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