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Plastic That Breaks Down in the Ocean | San Diego News

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Scientists have engineered a new plastic that breaks down in the ocean thanks to specific enzymes—mimicking nature’s waste-handling systems. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we tackle plastic pollution, offering a biodegradable alternative without sacrificing durability. While scaling up and ensuring cost-effectiveness remain key hurdles, this innovation sparks hope for a more sustainable, circular future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/woman-lying-in-a-kearny-mesa-parking-lot-seriously-injured-when-car-drives-over-her/4072951/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/07e3cdf0194359b8 Report issues to [email protected].

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