An electric fix for removing long-lasting chemicals in groundwater
- Written by Jens Blotevogel, Research Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering, Colorado State University
Without knowing it, most Americans rely every day on a class of chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFASs. These man-made materials have unique qualities that make them extremely useful. They repel both water and grease, so they are found in food packaging, waterproof fabric, carpets and wall paint.
PFASs are also handy when...
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