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A groundbreaking study reveals a common soil bacterium that can break down polyethylene plastic—the stuff in grocery bags and bottles—using natural enzymes. This discovery is huge because it’s already widespread in nature, making it easier to harness for environmental cleanup. Scientists are now exploring how to scale it up, possibly by engineering the bacteria for greater efficiency. While still in early stages, this research offers real hope for tackling plastic pollution, proving nature often holds the solutions we need—if we just look hard enough.

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