Hidden within sphagnum moss, commonly known as peat moss, is an adsorbent material that can help us combat oil spills. A study by researchers from China presents a new bio-based oil adsorbent derived ...

If a spilled chemical is not hazardous, its cleanup (without the assistance of an emergency response team) is dependent on the ability to control the spill, as well as the availability of sufficient ...

Chinese scientists have developed a new material from moss that could transform how we clean up oil spills. The team from ...

Decontamination of Materials: Use absorbent pads to collect the bulk of the acid, then neutralize with acid neutralizer provided in chemical spill kit, and rinse affected area with water. Major Spill: ...

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Chinese researchers have found a cost-effective solution to cleaning up toxic oil spills which can threaten wildlife and ...