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Cows’ methane burps may be fueled by a newfound organelle in gut microbes
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Recent research has revealed a significant discovery in the gut microbiomes of cows: ciliates possess a unique organelle known as a hydrogenobody. This organelle appears to play a crucial role in the production of methane, a potent greenhouse gas emitted during digestion. Understanding the function of hydrogenobodies could provide valuable insights into methane emissions and their impact on climate change.
In cows’ guts, ciliates contain a tiny organelle called a hydrogenobody that may drive production of methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
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