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This Crystal Has a Superpower: It Can 'Breathe' Oxygen


Scientists have discovered a metal oxide with the catchy name SrFe0.5Co0.5O2.5 (or SFCO for short) that can 'breathe', taking in oxygen atoms and releasing them again at relatively low temperatures without breaking.

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