Challenges with Verifying Microbial Degradation of Polyethylene

Polyethylene (PE) is the most abundant synthetic, petroleum-based plastic materials produced globally, and one of the most resistant to biodegradation, resulting in massive accumulation in the environment. Although the microbial degradation of polyethylene has been reported, complete biodegradation...

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Main Authors: Zahra Montazer, Mohammad B. Habibi Najafi, David B. Levin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-01-01
Series:Polymers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/12/1/123