Researchers discover greenhouse gas eating ocean bacteria

The video discusses the discovery of microbes that use hydrocarbons like methane and butane as energy sources. Researchers identified 500 genomes, including 22 new species, in the Guayamas Basin, Gulf of California. These microbes inhabit deep sea sediments, 2000 meters below the surface, where temperatures can reach 200°C due to volcanic activity. The microbes play a crucial role in preventing greenhouse gases from being released into the atmosphere.

What types of hydrocarbons were discovered to be used as energy sources by the newly found species?

How many new species were identified in the research conducted in the Guayamas Basin?

Describe the environment where the microbes were found, including depth and temperature.

Who is Brett Baker and what was his contribution to the research?

What role do these microbes play in relation to greenhouse gases?