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Scientists made an ultra-black wool that turns saltwater into drinking water

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Researchers created an ultra-black wool from a natural biodegradable material costing less than $1 per piece the size of a sheet of paper that can purify saltwater into drinking water, potentially providing water access for vulnerable communities.

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