Knocking Nanoparticles Off The Socks
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - 11:28
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists are reporting results of one of the first studies on the release of silver nanoparticles from laundering those anti-odor, anti-bacterial socks now on the market. Their findings may suggest ways that manufacturers and consumers can minimize the release of these particles to the environment, where they could harm fish and other wildlife.