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Fusion cuisine: Zap Energy fires up BBQ grill built to look like one of its high-tech, superheated devices

GeekWire

“The important scientific distinction is that burning propane is a chemical process, whereas fusing deuterium is a nuclear one.” “People often ask for a comparison of how small they are — we can now say they’re about the size of a backyard combo gas/charcoal grill,” Freeberg said.

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Are eBooks More Environmentally Friendly?

Kitaboo

Whether it’s the convenience, lower prices, access to an endless number of books anytime, zero storage or clutter issues, etc., Many chemicals are used in the process, and pollutants are released into the air and water. But living in the digital age, it is impossible to ignore the many benefits of eBooks.

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Why a “room-temperature superconductor” would be a huge deal

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The best snowboarding gadgets for 2020

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Because the wax rubs off onto the snow, and when that snow melts in the spring, all of those nasty chemicals go into our rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and oceans. Most shell jackets achieve their waterproofiness through chemical treatments that are applied in the manufacturing process. The Odin feels bulletproof by comparison.