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Soil Bacteria Breaks Down Plastic Faster
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Scientists have uncovered a soil bacterium that breaks down polyethylene plastic—found in bags and bottles—far faster than previously thought, offering a thrilling natural solution to the global plastic pollution crisis. This isn’t lab fantasy; the microbe thrives under real-world conditions, sparking hopes for scalable recycling and waste management breakthroughs. While researchers are still investigating its mechanisms, safety, and byproducts, the discovery feels like a major step toward nature’s own cleanup crew.
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