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What is zeolite?
Natural zeolite is a natural mineral formed by the accumulation of volcanic ash that erupted from volcanic activity millions of years ago and solidified deep underground. Zeolites have many cavities, and when heated, the air comes out of the cavities as if they were boiling, so it is also called fuseki. The Greek words "zeo (boiling)" and "lithos (stone)" were combined and named "zeolite".
About the characteristics of zeolite
The characteristics of zeolite include "ion exchange," "antibacterial," "catalyst," "deodorization," and "adsorption," and various commercializations have been expected.
However, with conventional manufacturing methods, manufacturing costs are high, and specific market evaluations have not progressed.
world's first! Birth of nano-sized zeolite
This time, we have realized "low cost" nano-size through innovative processes such as the University of Tokyo.
While maintaining the original functions of zeolite such as adsorption, the functionality is further improved by making it nano-sized, and it is used for optical applications that require light transmission and new applications due to nano-sizing such as addition to fine fibers. Can now be deployed.
Video about "Synthetic Zeolite"
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The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Industry Commentary: Professor Toru Wakihara
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