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A vast world of rock-eating fungi lurks deep underneath the Great Lakes
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A vast world of rock-eating fungi lurks deep underneath the Great Lakes

So, researchers from the University of Michigan have discovered a fascinating world of rock-eating fungi beneath the Great Lakes! They isolated over 200 kinds of fungi from deep underground, revealing a complex ecosystem that thrives in darkness. This study challenges previous assumptions about life in the deep subsurface, showing that these eukaryotes can be abundant and active. It's amazing to think about how these organisms could influence carbon dynamics deep within the Earth.
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