Nanoparticle sensors detect arsenic in drinking water
A low-cost sensor based on gold nanoparticles changes colour when exposed to arsenic-contaminated water
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A low-cost sensor based on gold nanoparticles changes colour when exposed to arsenic-contaminated water
Read article: Nanoparticle sensors detect arsenic in drinking water
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