science Phys Org 2026-11-03

Arctic Ocean Bacteria May Use Acetone to Turn Carbon Into Food

A newly identified Arctic bacterium uses acetone to incorporate carbon dioxide into its metabolism, allowing it to thrive in nutrient-scarce environments.

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