Charged graphene foam acts as "uranium magnet" for water purification
| Date | 5th, Aug 2021 |
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| Source | New Atlas - Scientific News Websites |
DESCRIPTION
Is there anything graphene can’t do? Researchers at MIT have found yet another use for the over-achieving wonder material, by making a reusable filter out of graphene oxide foam that acts like a magnet for uranium, effectively pulling the radioactive element out of drinking water.