Super-strong, high-tech material found to be toxic to aquatic animals

Posted August 22nd, 2012 by PCC STEM & filed under Geology.

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have potential uses in everything from medicine to electronics to construction. However, CNTs are not without risks. A new study found that they can be toxic to aquatic animals. The researchers urge that care be taken to prevent the release of CNTs into the environment as the materials enter mass production.

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