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Bacteria were discovered in rumen fluids, which is the biggest compartment of a ruminant s stomach. Ruminants rely on microorganisms to help break down their coarse plant diet. The researchers hypothesized that some microorganisms in a cow s rumen would be able to digest polyesters.
Cow Diet
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