Microbes Gained Photosynthesis Superpowers From a ‘Proton Pump’ | Quanta Magazine

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Microbes Gained Photosynthesis Superpowers From a ‘Proton Pump’ | Quanta Magazine

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New research reveals how marine microbes use an extra membrane that once had digestive functions to boost their yield from photosynthesis.

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