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Alpine and Arctic Microbes Break Down Plastics
Alpine and Arctic Microbes Break Down Plastics
Researchers identified cold-adapted microbes that degrade certain plastics at low temperatures, potentially saving energy in industrial recycling.
Researchers identified cold-adapted microbes that degrade certain plastics at low temperatures, potentially saving energy in industrial recycling.
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The Scientist Staff | Aug 20, 2017 | 1 min read
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