Microbes are trying to correct the mistakes of humanity: more and more microorganisms develop the ability to decompose plastic

Scientists have studied microbial DNA samples taken from 236 locations on the planet. It turned out that their genes encoded 30 thousand enzymes capable of degrading 10 types of plastic, according to FOCUS. The more debris, the higher the concentration of such microorganisms. Scientists from Chalmers University of Technology ...

Six popular tricks that, contrary to popular belief, do not save you from germs

Every sane person seeks to protect himself from viruses and bacteria. Today in the world there are many techniques that can protect us from them, but we must not forget about the myriad of existing myths in this regard. Life hacker debunks 6 tricks that ...

FDA warns: ads for popular hand antiseptics fool users

Federal health officials are urging GoJo, the manufacturer of Purell products, to stop misleading consumers by claiming its hand sanitizer is effective in preventing serious illness, Fox Business writes. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approached ...

10 things you should never do in an airplane toilet

Germs are potentially harmful in a regular toilet too. But put this toilet in the sky, shrink it and pump compressed air into it, and you have the perfect environment for germs to multiply and thrive. Writes about this Reader's Digest. Why Worry About Breathing ...

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