Identify the bacterial genus that shows promise in "biomining" of certain valuable minerals (i.e., copper).
A) Arctostaphylos
B) Thiobacillus
C) Rhizobium
D) Streptococcus
E) Marchantia

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Thiobacillus is a genus of bacteria that is involved in the biomining of minerals such as copper. These bacteria obtain energy by oxidizing sulfide minerals, which results in the release of metal ions. This process is used in the mining industry to extract metals from low-grade ores.

Identify the Bacterial Genus That Shows Promise in "Biomining" of Certain