Methods and apparatus for biodegradation of polluted fluids

Details Methods and apparatus for biodegradation of polluted fluids Methods and apparatus for biodegradation of polluted fluids

1994-09-02

1996-09-10

Upton, Christopher

Liquid purification or separation

Processes

Treatment by living organism

210617, 210747, 210150, 210170, 2102422, C02F 302

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055542913

ABSTRACT:
The present invention features methods and apparatus for biodegrading pollutants carried by aqueous fluid. The method and apparatus use a vessel and a matrix for immobilizing microorganisms and an inlet and outlet opening for creating a horizontal flow of fluid and air through the matrix. Microorganisms immobilized on the matrix biodegrade pollutants.

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