Optimization of Growth Conditions for Chlorpyrifos-Degrading Bacteria in Farm Soils in Nakuru County, Kenya.

Chlorpyrifos (CP) is a chlorinated organophosphate pesticide. In Kenya, it is commonly used as an acaricide, particularly in dairy farming, leading to soil and water contamination. The study is aimed at isolating bacteria with CP-degrading potential and optimizing their growth conditions, including...

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Publicado en:BioMed Research International Vol. 2024; pp. 1 - 16
Autores principales: Wepukhulu, Miriam, Wachira, Peter, Huria, Nderitu, Sifuna, Paul, Essuman, Suliman, Asamba, Micah
Formato: pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Wiley-Blackwell 1/25/2024
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