Hidden “electron highways” beneath our feet could revolutionize pollution cleanup

ScienceDaily
Sep 26, 2025, 7:26 am100 pts
Electrons flow underground in ways far more extensive than once believed, forming networks that link distant chemical zones. Minerals, organic molecules, and specialized bacteria can act as bridges, creating long-distance electron highways. These discoveries hold promise for pollution cleanup strategies, remote…

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