Insect science
Biodegradation of polypropylene by yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) larvae: response of gut microbiome and metabolome to plastic polymers.
Tingting Zhang, Yinchen Yu, Fukang Bu, Jianyu Li, Mengke Zhou, Lu Lin, Li Zheng, Yangjian Cheng
Published: 202610.1111/1744-7917.70223
Abstract
The widespread use and improper disposal of polypropylene (PP) facemasks have resulted in persistent environmental pollution, posing urgent challenges for waste management. This study added bran-PP mixture, which increased the survival rate, consumpt…
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