Unlike most other bacteria, which thrive on sugar, C. testosteroni has a more refined palate, including chemically complex ...

Bacteria from the carcass and surrounding environment, such as soil bacteria, are essential for the decomposition of animal remains into organic matter and nutrients. It has been difficult to ...

Compost forms through decomposition. Therefore, the factors that affect the rate of decomposition also affect how quickly compost is formed. Gardeners often make compost in a compost heap or bin.

TASS/. Scientists at the Siberian Federal University proved bioplastics may be used in sub-Arctic latitudes without harming the environment, as soil bacteria can decompose bioplastics membranes.