Scientists announced that they have developed a ‘super absorbent gel’ that can absorb sweets from the air. In the statements, it was stated that 1 kilogram of gel can produce 6 liters of water at 15% relative humidity.
As we all know, our planet is getting hotter day by day. Causes such as agricultural demands, climate changes, high carbon emissions and pollution seriously threaten the future of both the Earth and living things. In addition, these factors may worsen in the future and water scarcity It is reported that it can lead to dire consequences such as
Scientists continue their work without slowing down to take the necessary precautions against these terrifying possibilities. A recently published study also reveals that a new and interesting method can be used against water scarcity.
‘Super-absorbent gel’ produced that can absorb fresh water from the air
Experts say it can absorb moisture in low humidity weather.super absorbent gel‘ developed. It was stated that this gel, which is produced from affordable materials, can release moisture as fresh water when heated. In addition, theoretically, a kilogram of gel is approximately 15% relative humidity. 6 litersIt is stated that it can produce more than 13 liters of water at 30% humidity.
Guihua Yu, one of the researchers, also said in a press release, “New work; It covers practical methods people can use to get water in the hottest, driest places. It could also enable millions of people who do not have constant access to drinking water to have simple water-producing appliances at home that they can easily use.” used the phrases.
It can be used by anyone due to its low cost.
According to the statements, scientists created the gel with a derivative of cellulose found in plants, a fiber obtained from the edible plant konjac, and a lithium chloride salt. It was stated that the liquid ingredients were mixed and poured into a container, left to stand for two minutes, and then frozen in a thin layer. In the study, the materials required to make 1 kilogram of gel were quite at a low cost It was also noted that it has
Chemical engineer Youhong Guo also commented on this, “The synthesis of this gel is very simple” product using the can be used by everyone stressed. Stating that the gel layers are saturated with moisture about 20 minutes after drying, the researchers added that the gel is heated to obtain a drinkable liquid.
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Finally, it was stated that the gel absorbs water quite efficiently compared to other absorbent materials, does not add harmful chemicals to the water and does not deteriorate with repeated use. However, the tests were carried out with milligram gels; It is worth noting that the results are estimated in kilograms. Experts on the subject to work more He emphasized that there is a need for water scarcity and that measures should be increased.
The aforementioned research was recently published in the academic journal Nature Communications.