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Swallowing moisture-proof seeds is dangerous?
According to Howstuffworks, what you accidentally swallow from a moisture-proof package may be silica gel or some other desiccant - these are compounds that absorb and r…
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Initially find a new desiccant that is twice as effective as silica gel
Silica gel is almost an indispensable and popular thing in modern life. This special desiccant is present in almost everything, from bakery, shoe or electronics packages.
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New paint against chemical weapons
To solve this problem, scientists at the British Defense Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) have invented a new silica gel coating that absorbs chemicals and remov…