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Oil-Eating Ocean Bacteria May Also Break Down Plastics
Original: Ocean Bacteria That Eat Oil May Also Help Recycle the World’s Plastics
Scientists report that marine bacteria known for degrading oil may also be capable of breaking down plastics, potentially offering a natural tool for recycling the world's plastic waste. The findings suggest these microbes possess enzymes that could be harnessed to tackle ocean pollution, drawing interest from researchers and environmental commentators.
Why now: New research suggests a natural biological solution to the global plastics crisis
Evidence
- Ocean Bacteria That Eat Oil May Also Help Recycle the World’s Plastics · Bioengineer.org
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