Researchers develop nanoparticle coating to remove oil from water
University of Texas at Austin researchers have developed an advanced method of separating oil from water, inspired by the adaptability of magnetic nanoparticles. Scientists applied a polymer coating to nanoparticles, which can attach to oil droplets through electrostatic force. They believe their technique could be used to reduce the ecological impact of oil production and make clean-up operations more efficient, as well as to treat the millions of gallons of water used in hydraulic fracturing. It could also be applied to drinking water to rid it of contaminants.
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