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Soil Bacteria Breaks Down Plastic | Texas News

A groundbreaking discovery reveals soil bacteria producing an enzyme that efficiently breaks down PET plastic—the same stuff in water bottles and clothing. This new enzyme outperforms previous finds, offering a promising path to industrial-scale recycling by converting plastic waste into reusable building blocks. Scientists are now racing to optimize its speed and temperature tolerance, aiming to tackle global plastic pollution at its source. It’s nature’s solution to our biggest environmental headache—and it might just be the game-changer we’ve been waiting for. Listen in comfort:Get a…

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