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August 23rd, 2006

Bacteria from Radioactive Wastes Produce Nanoparticles

Abstract:
Some microbes are able to tolerate radioactivity and other toxic environments because they developed detoxification mechanisms that allow them to resist adverse environments without being damaged.

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