Scientists achieve rapid upcycling of microplastics to graphene

Posted On: 2024-10-28

Nano- and micro-plastics are notorious for their non-degradable and insoluble nature in water, and are an evolving threat to fish, animals, and humans. However, plastic waste can be transformed into higher-value materials like graphene. Approximately 30 mg of microplastics produced nearly 5 mg of graphene in 1 minute, a remarkably quick production rate, offering a simpler, more environmentally friendly alternative to current techniques.

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https://phys.org/news/2024-08-scientists-rapid-upcycling-microplastics-graphene.html