Mercury-absorbent Container Linings Developed For Broken Compact Fluorescent Lamps

Researchers have discovered a nanomaterial that can absorb the mercury emitted from a broken compact fluorescent lamp. The researchers have created a mercury-absorbent container lining that can be used commercially. The packaging invention would relieve a major concern with CFL use and comes as CFL sales are projected to skyrocket.

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