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Ideonella sakaiensis is a microorganism discovered by researchers that can effectively break down PET plastic, offering a potential solution to the growing plastic pollution crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The bacterium produces two enzymes, PETase and MHETase, which hydrolyze PET into smaller, more manageable components that can be further degraded by other microorganisms. This discovery highlights the importance of microbial life in addressing environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.
- Author
- Treesia Almendra
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- EN