Chinese researchers say new carbon nanotubes will make oil spill clean-ups quicker and easier
Chinese scientists have developed a sponge made from carbon nanotubes that can absorb 180 times its own weight in organic pollutants. The material, which could be used to clean up oil spills, is expected...
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