Ultrasound As Solution Against PFAS: Could Echography Rid Groundwater of Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’?

CHEMISTRY 09.29.2023 06:09 AM

A new study suggests that ultrasound technology may break down harmful chemicals that contaminate groundwater. Read the article to find out more.

Does Rubbing Alcohol Expire? Can You Still Use It After Its Expiration Date?

09.28.2023 08:48 AM

The isorpropanol in rubbing alcohol evaporates over time, making rubbing alcohol less effective. Read to learn more.

Can You Make Water? Is It Possible To Create the Universal Solvent Out of Thin Air?

09.25.2023 10:00 AM

Water is an inorganic compound made of hydrogen and oxygen atoms whose combination can be tricky and may result in an explosion. Learn more about the formation of water in this article.

Mysterious Blue Molecule Allows Light To Be Squeezed Out; How Does Azulene Help in Efficient Energy Management?

09.21.2023 10:46 AM

A team of scientists have discovered a new blue molecule that can help make better use of light energy. Find out more about it in this article.

Why Does Blonde Hair Turn Green in Swimming Pools? No, It's Not Chlorine That's Causing It

09.21.2023 04:39 AM

Blonde hair turning green after swimming is not a chlorine issue. So what causes it to change colors? Find out the answer in this article.

Unrecyclable Plastic Waste Transformed Into Useful Chemicals: A Critical Step Towards a Net-Zero Society

09.21.2023 03:45 AM

Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists created a technology that converts unrecyclable plastic waste into valuable chemicals, addressing plastic pollution issues. Continue reading to learn more.

Is Titanium Magnetic? Is Material Safe in MRI?

09.20.2023 10:00 AM

Titanium is not magnetic and it is not affected by the magnetic field of MRI. Continue reading to learn more.

Quantum Astrochemist Clara Sousa-Silva Claims Expectations We'll Know Aliens When We Find Them Is 'Deeply Unlikely'

09.20.2023 04:00 AM

Clara Sousa-Silva explained that she's not hunting aliens. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Pexels/Terrance Barksdale) Quantum Astrochemist Clara Sousa-Silva Claims Expectations We'll Know Aliens When We Find Them Is 'Deeply Unlikely' Clara Sousa-Silva, a quantum astrochemist, is working on finding clues to distant objects and alien worlds.

2023 Ig Nobel Prizes: Honoring the Winners of Unconventional Research That Elicits Laughter and Reflection

09.15.2023 07:47 AM

This year's Ig Nobel prizes feature unusual topics like consuming fossils and reviving dead spiders for mechanical grips. Check them out in this article.

Interaction Patterns of Water and Oxide Crystals Revealed Using 3D Analysis of Hydration Structures

09.12.2023 05:00 AM

Scientists from Kanazawa University and AGC Inc. used 3D atomic force microscopy in studying the hydrated structures of oxide crystals, revealing their interaction with water. Find out more about it in this article.

Massive Lithium Deposit Unearthed in Nevada-Oregon Volcanic Caldera: A Game Changer for Battery Production?

09.11.2023 08:04 AM

A massive lithium deposit has been found in the McDermitt Caldera on the Nevada-Oregon border, with an estimated 20 to 40 million metric tons of lithium. Check it out in this article.

DNA Nanoballs for Pathogen Detection Paves the Way for Electronic-Based Nucleic Acid Test

09.08.2023 07:00 AM

A team of researchers have pioneered a new method which utilizes DNA nanoballs for pathogen detection, aiming to streamline nucleic acid testing. Find out more about it in this article.

Is Glass a Liquid or Solid?

09.07.2023 10:00 AM

A glass is neither liquid nor solid. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Pexels/picjumbo. com) Is Glass a Liquid or Solid? There's an ongoing debate on whether glass is supercooled liquid or solid.

Quantum Computer Slows Chemical Reactions by 100 Billion Times, Revealing Key Molecular Dance for the First Time

09.05.2023 07:33 AM

Scientists used a trapped-ion quantum computer to observe a single atom's interference pattern at a 'conical intersection,' crucial in rapid chemical processes. Continue reading to learn more.

What Is Organic Chemistry? Tips on How To Study It

09.04.2023 10:00 AM

Organic chemistry is the study of organic substances and compounds. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Jean-Pierre ) What Is Organic Chemistry? Tips on How To Study It Organic chemistry is a field of study that focuses on organic substances and compounds.