A new study reveals how a common household chemical, when combined with a specific type of bacteria, can break down plastic waste at an accelerated rate. Researchers found that the enzyme produced by these bacteria becomes significantly more effective when exposed to a widely used detergent ingredient, suggesting a potential breakthrough in plastic recycling. The discovery could offer an environmentally friendly solution to the growing problem of plastic pollution, though further testing is needed to assess real-world applications. Scientists emphasize that this method targets only certain types of plastic, leaving others unaffected.
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