Wax worm saliva rapidly breaks down plastic bags, scientists discover, Plastics

Wax Worms Can Break Down Plastic With Their Saliva

Young Scientists Journal on X: Plastic is made to be long-lasting and is damaging to ecosystems. Wax worms, however, have two enzymes in their saliva. The enzymes speed up chemical processes allowing

Wax Worm Saliva Rapidly Breaks Down Plastic Bags, Scientists Discover

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