Okra Goo: The New Secret Weapon in the Battle Against Microplastics

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By Tiffany DuongApr 5, 2022, 2:15 pm613 ptsHotTop
Scientists have a new weapon in the fight against microplastics, and it’s something you probably wouldn’t expect: okra goo. Turns out, what makes the insides of okra slimy also cause it to bind to tiny plastic particles. If commercialized and added to existing water treatment procedures, use of the plant…

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