Copper nanoparticles for killing bad odor

[andrew zeigler]

Hey Folks,

 

what do you think about these nanoparticles for removing bad odor.

 

http://www.dailymoti...-bad-odors_tech

 

Pretty cool. I was wondering what chemistry are they using to degrade odor molecule? Any comments....

Edited December 25, 2010 by andrew zeigler

[jerryshizzle123]

I think the chemistry is far too complex and esoteric for anyone here to be familiar with, but in any case this should probably be in the organic chemistry section.

Edited December 25, 2010 by jerryshizzle123

[CharonY]

Two mechanisms. First is its antibacterial activity, mostly due to the generation of oxidative stress. Second is chemisorption and catalytic removal (the more relevant part here).

[andrew zeigler]

Two mechanisms. First is its antibacterial activity, mostly due to the generation of oxidative stress. Second is chemisorption and catalytic removal (the more relevant part here).

 

Thanks. hope we get to use these particles some day....