# Embedded enzymes help plastics break down faster in the deep sea

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-27T18:30:06+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-embedded-enzymes-plastics-faster-deep.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/embedded-enzymes-help-plastics-break-down-faster-in-the-deep-sea-444211/

Scientists have developed a way for certain types of compostable plastic to break down much faster in marine environments, from shallow coastal waters to the deep sea. The breakthrough comes from tiny enzymes embedded in the plastic that help degrade it from within.

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