Bacteria form 'herds' to survive predators, offering fresh insight into Earth's carbon cycle

StudentNews newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have discovered that tiny photosynthetic bacteria band together into protective "herds" when attacked by predators—a survival strategy that could also influence how carbon is stored in the world's waters.

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have discovered that tiny photosynthetic bacteria band together into protective "herds" when attacked by predators—a survival strategy that could also influence how carbon is stored in the world's waters. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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