11.6: Concept Check Questions

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    1. Given a microbial reaction, could you explain in general terms how it might affect the chemical composition of an aqueous system?
    2. What is a biofilm and when does biofilm growth impact the permeability of a porous medium?
    3. What is the saturation index of a mineral? How might microorganisms cause a mineral to form by altering its saturation index?
    4. How could a biofilm help cause mineral precipitation?
    5. Can you explain the difference between biologically induced and biologically controlled precipitation?
    6. What are the three microbial mechanisms that can cause mineral weathering?
    7. Why might microorganisms purposefully cause mineral weathering to occur?

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