Banana peels get a second life as water purifier
Wednesday, March 9, 2011 - 22:30
in Physics & Chemistry
To the surprisingly inventive uses for banana peels -- which include polishing silverware, leather shoes, and the leaves of house plants -- scientists have added purification of drinking water contaminated with potentially toxic metals. Minced banana peel performs better than an array of other purification materials, according to a new study.