Biodegradation of Chlorinated Organic Compounds by Phanerochaete Chrysosporium, A Wood-Rotting Fungus.

Authors

John A. Bumpus, Michigan State UniversityFollow
Steven D. Aust, Michigan State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Book Chapter

Journal/Book/Conference Title

ACS Symposium Series

First Page

340

Last Page

349

Abstract

The white rot fungus, Phanerochaete chrysosporium, is able to mineralize a number of environmentally persistent organochlorides. Studies suggest that the ability to degrade these compounds is dependent upon the lignin degrading system of this fungus. It is suggested that the ability of P. chrysosporium to mineralize a wide variety of organochlorides may make this fungus a useful microorganism for use in the biological treatment of contaminated soils, sediments and aqueous wastes when used in appropriate aerated waste treatment systems.

Original Publication Date

12-1-1987

DOI of published version

10.1021/bk-1987-0338.ch028

Recommended Citation

Bumpus, John A. and Aust, Steven D., "Biodegradation of Chlorinated Organic Compounds by Phanerochaete Chrysosporium, A Wood-Rotting Fungus." (1987). Faculty Publications. 5522.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/facpub/5522