Understanding microbial mercury methylation via metabolic pathways: Processes associated with one-carbon metabolism

Key Points

• Microbial mercury methylation is influenced by one-carbon metabolism, facilitating environmental mercury conversion.
• Key metabolic pathways in microbes include methanogenesis and carbon fixation, which support mercury transformation.
• Analysis of metabolic pathways demonstrates how microbes interact with mercury, emphasizing their ecological roles.
• Findings highlight the importance of understanding microbial processes for predicting mercury behavior in ecosystems.