Bio-enhanced remediation and oil recovery model system and methods

Abstract

A bio-enhanced remediation model system generally includes a microfluidic device, a fluid source in fluid communication with the microfluidic device, and an imager in visual communication with a portion of the microfluidic device. Generally, the microfluidic device includes a main flow channel having an inlet, an outlet, and a main flow channel width; one or more microfluidic beds in fluid communication with the main flow channel, at least one microfluidic bed having a plurality of structures that define secondary channels, at least a portion of the secondary channels having a width narrower than the main flow channel width; an aqueous phase dispersed within at least a portion of the main flow channel; and a non-aqueous phase liquid (NAPL) dispersed within at least a portion of the secondary channels.

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