Discovery of plastic-eating bacteria Ideonella sakaiensis

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Bacterial degradation

The process by which Ideonella sakaiensis bacteria breaks down PET plastic by penetrating its surface and breaking its chemical bonds.

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

The most abundant plastic on Earth, commonly used in water and soda bottles, carpet, clothing fibers such as fleece, plastic jars, and potato chip bags. Typically takes 5-10 years to naturally decompose.

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