News, Self-Healing 'Smart Mud' Could Replace Plastic. (environmental, research, environmentally)

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Japanese researchers have developed a clay-based substance they believe has the potential to become an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic. The team mixed small amounts of clay with water, a thickening agent called sodium polyacrylate, and a specially designed molecular glue, producing a gel strong enough to hold its own weight.

Water, Clay-Based Gel Has Potential to Replace Plastic