Fungus in Chernobyl Nuclear Zone Evolves to Convert Radiation into Energy
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Summary
Scientists have discovered a fungus in the Chernobyl nuclear disaster zone that has mutated to convert gamma radiation into chemical energy. The fungus, found on Chernobyl's Reactor 4, has adapted to use radiation as an energy source through a process called radiosynthesis, similar to how plants use photosynthesis. This discovery could have significant implications for radiation protection and energy production in extreme environments.
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This discovery could have significant implications for radiation protection and energy production in extreme environments.
The fungus uses radiation as an energy source through a process called radiosynthesis, similar to how plants use photosynthesis.
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