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Solar Water.
- Source :
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Scientific American . Feb2021, Vol. 324 Issue 2, p12-15. 4p. 1 Color Photograph. - Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- The article focuses on new generation of technology uses heat from the sun to provide clean, salt-free water and removing salt and contaminants from the oceans and groundwater is one way to slake humanity's thirst. It mentions plant use reverse osmosis, which forces seawater through salt-blocking membranes and facilities are typically powered by carbon-emitting fossil fuels. It also mentions plant with giant mirrors that concentrate sunlight and superheat water.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00368733
- Volume :
- 324
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Scientific American
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 147833960