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Super-enzyme can enhance CO? capture in extreme conditions

The article from MSN discusses a breakthrough in carbon capture technology involving a "super-enzyme" developed by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley. This enzyme, derived from a natural carbonic anhydrase enzyme found in bacteria, has been engineered to withstand extreme conditions like high temperatures and acidic environments, which are typical in industrial settings where carbon capture is most needed. The super-enzyme can convert carbon dioxide into bicarbonate at a rate 10,000 times faster than previously engineered enzymes, significantly enhancing the efficiency of carbon capture processes. This advancement could potentially reduce the cost and energy requirements of capturing CO2 from industrial emissions, thereby aiding in the fight against climate change by making carbon capture and storage (CCS) more viable on a large scale.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/science/biochemistry/super-enzyme-can-enhance-co-capture-in-extreme-conditions/ar-AA1vGpOc ]