Scientists turn table salt into forbidden compounds that violate textbook rules — www.gizmag.com

Scientists turn table salt into forbidden compounds that violate textbook rules — www.gizmag.com: "In the field of exotic new materials, we've examined one of the strongest ones and another declared to be impossible; scientists now report creating "forbidden" materials out of ordinary table salt that violate classical rules of chemistry. Not only does the development challenge the theoretical foundation of chemistry, but it is also expected to lead to the discovery of new exotic chemical compounds with practical uses and shed light on the deep interiors of planets."



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Sugar batteries could be greener, cheaper and store more energy than lithium-ions

Sugar batteries could be greener, cheaper and store more energy than lithium-ions: "Even today's best rechargeable lithium batteries do lose their ability to hold a charge after a while, and are considered toxic waste once discarded. In just a few years, however, they may be replaced by batteries that are refillable and biodegradable, and that will also have a higher energy density yet a lower price ... and they'll run on sugar."



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