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Entries from September 16th, 2008

New Batteries Could Jump-Start Hybrid Car Efficiency.

September 16th, 2008 · 2 Comments · Chemistry

A scientist at the University of Bath, Professor Saiful Islam, is attempting to find a way to create a lithium battery for hybrid cars. These batteries are not going to be much different than those that started the “portable revolution”, as in iPods, cell phones, and laptops. The thought behind it is that the less [...]

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New De-Inking Process Better for the Environment

September 16th, 2008 · 1 Comment · Chemistry

Scientists have found a better way to take the ink and coating off paper for recycling, and it’s more environmentally friendly. Previously, many expensive chemicals were used which wasn’t great for the envirmonment. The new process of de-inking uses enzymes which are cheaper and better for the environment. This discovery can be very important in [...]

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