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Antarctica’s winter sea ice may look barren but South African scientists have discovered thriving microbial communities producing compounds linked to climate-cooling gases.
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Antarctic ice microbes might help cool the planet, study finds

A groundbreaking study led by South African scientists has uncovered thriving microbial communities within Antarctica's vast winter sea ice. These microorganisms produce…

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