Microbial Biodegradation and Biotransformation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons

Gouthami, Kuruvalli; Mallikarjunaswamy, A.M.M.; Bhargava, Ram Naresh; Ferreira, Luiz Fernando Romanholo; Rahdar, Abbas; Saratale, Ganesh Dattatraya; Bankole, Paul Olusegun; Mulla, Sikandar I.

doi:10.1002/9781119852131.ch13

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“…The biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons is the topic of top environmental research today, and it provides information about the abundant world of oxidizing oil-eating microorganisms (Gouthami, K., et al, 2023). While the global energy demand never stops, so does the ecological impact of hydrocarbon contamination, demanding that our minds…”

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Petroleum Hydrocarbons Biodegradation Uncovering the Variety and Capabilities of Oil-Oxidizing Microbes

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The biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons is a valuable process used to reduce the ecological influences of oil spills and pollution. This comprehensive review immerses readers in the sophisticated universe of oil-oxidizing organisms, the diversity and functionality of which are unveiled. By examining different bacterial groups, such as aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, fungi, archaea, and algae, the study shows enzymatic and metabolic processes exploited during biodegradation. Environmental factors, substrate characteristics, and microbial interactions are the main determinants that contribute to the good performance of the biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons. The effectiveness of various biotechnological strategies like in-situ and ex-situ bioremediation, bioaugmentation, and bio stimulation is being tested to determine their ability to embrace the microbial capabilities for environmental restoration.

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confidence: 99%