Scientists infuse 'life' into inanimate compounds
Saturday, February 2, 2013 - 02:30
in Physics & Chemistry
A study in which chemical compounds are prompted to self-form into crystals could be a step toward creating self-repairing smartphone screens, experts say, or even body armor.Scientists have infused "life" into inanimate chemical compounds by flashing a blue-violet light that prompted them to assemble themselves into a crystal.