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Meet Vick Tan: The Minnesota student who turned a teabag into a low-cost arsenic filter

Source: Times of India
Category: Science
Region: General
Published: August 24, 2026 at 12:45

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In a groundbreaking initiative, a student has engineered a teabag designed to extract arsenic from polluted water. This clever pouch incorporates eggshells and magnetic iron oxide, successfully removing over ninety-eight percent of arsenic during rigorous laboratory assessments. Researchers are also investigating possibilities for its reuse and economical manufacturing. This innovation represents a significant leap towards providing accessible and safe drinking water.

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