Revolutionary Breakthrough: Moon-like Soil Transformed into Fertile Ground for Agriculture

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Chinese scientists have discovered that introducing special bacteria into moon-like soil can increase its fertility, making it suitable for agriculture. By treating the soil with three different types of bacteria, the researchers found that plants grew better and had increased access to phosphorus, an essential nutrient. This breakthrough could pave the way for future greenhouses on the moon, reducing the need for transporting food, water, and oxygen from Earth. The study highlights the potential of using lunar regolith to sustain long-term human presence on the moon.
Topics:science#bacteria#future-space-exploration#lunar-soil#moon-agriculture#plant-cultivation#science-and-technology
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