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Super Bacteria Create 24K GoldA team of Michigan State University researchers have discovereda bacterium that has the ability to withstand incredible amounts of toxicity to create 24-karat gold. This process, known as microbial alchemy, will help scientists turn a substance of no value into a solid, precious metal.1
Gold Producing Bacteria"The Great Work of the Metal Lover" by Adam Brown on display at the Kresge Art Center on Tuesday July 24, 2012.2
Gold Flecks"The Great Work of the Metal Lover" by Adam Brown on display at the Kresge Art Center on Tuesday July 24, 2012.3
The Great Work of the Metal Lover"The Great Work of the Metal Lover" by Adam Brown on display at the Kresge Art Center on Tuesday July 24, 2012.4
