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Accidental Discovery Transforms Cork Into an Eco-Friendly Oil Sponge


Treated cork has higher absorbance, harnesses sunlight to trap oil in minutes. Oil spills are deadly disasters for ocean ecosystems. They can have lasting impacts on fish and marine mammals for decades and wreak havoc on coastal forests, coral reefs, and the surrounding land. Chemical dispersants

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