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Scientists in Germany have discovered fungi capable of consuming plastic, potentially offering a solution to the millions of tonnes of waste that pollute the world's oceans annually.

An analysis at Lake Stechlin in north-eastern Germany into how micro fungi thrive on some plastics with no other carbon source to feed on has clearly demonstrated that some of them are capable of degrading synthetic polymers.

Can fungi solve the plastic crisis?

The fungi’s enzyme activity, responsible for breaking down plastic, is heavily dependent on external factors like temperature and nutrient availability. This makes them more suitable for controlled environments like sewage treatment plants rather than natural settings.

They can be particularly helpful in areas where traditional recycling methods are less effective.

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