Scientists have developed new technology that can turn seawater into clean drinking water in less than 30 minutes. Researchers based in Australia used a metal-organic framework (MOF), a type of lattice-like crystal, to desalinate water. The hollow framework of pores separates the salty solute within the brackish water or even saltier seawater, in a process known … Read more
Breakthrough technology turns seawater into clean drinking water in less than 30 minutes using the power of sunlight New technology purifies water using sunlight using a metal-organic framework These so-called MOFs separate the salty solute found in brackish and seawater The concept could provide potable water for millions of people across the world By Jonathan Chadwick … Read more
Weak mussels: Decreased iron levels in seawater due to climate change makes the molluscs loosen their grip on rocks, study shows Mussels attach themselves to surfaces in the sea with a glue called a ‘plaque’ Researchers grew molluscs in tanks of seawater with differing levels of iron After three days, they tested how well the … Read more