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In the studies of Joffe and Sperll, it was observed that ________ is efficient for solubilizing Ni but the presence of ______ had adverse effect on leaching.

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In the studies of Joffe and Sperll, it was observed that ________ is efficient for solubilizing Ni but the presence of ______ had adverse effect on leaching.

(a) T. ferrooxidans; cobalt

(b) T.trioxidanes; molybdenum

(c) T. ferrooxidans; molybdenum

(d) T. trioxidanes; cobalt

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My question is from Metal Recovery by Bioleaching Process in division Bioleaching and Biomining for Recovery of Resources of Environmental Biotechnology

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The correct answer is (c) T. ferrooxidans; molybdenum

Explanation: T. ferrooxidans is efficient for Ni recovery but the presence of Mo makes it difficult. To overcome this, a mixture of heterotrophic denitrifying bacteria is used to effectively leach both nickel and molybdenum.

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