Study: Carbon nanotubes mimic asbestos
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - 13:28
in Physics & Chemistry
Strong, versatile little "nanotubes" made out of carbon are considered future stars in nanotechnology research in medicine and industry. Now a study finds that longer threads of the stuff mimic the toxic qualities of asbestos, renewing questions about how carbon nanotubes can be used safely.
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