Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Plant-inspired natural coatings can beat forever chemicals

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are known as "forever chemicals" because of the impact they make on the environment and human bodies. Much of modern manufacturing relies on these substances for safe packaging, fire protection and waterproof coatings.

Plant-inspired natural coatings can beat forever chemicals
Image: Phys.org
Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are known as "forever chemicals" because of the impact they make on the environment and human bodies. Much of modern manufacturing relies on these substances for safe packaging, fire protection and waterproof coatings.

Originally published at Phys.org

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