The Future of Clean Air Is Stuck Behind a Physics Problem
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The article discusses the potential of Far-UVC technology for clean air, but highlights a physics problem that's hindering its progress, sparking interest and discussion on its potential applications and limitations.
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Far-UVC light offers a new line of defence, promising to make the air we breathe as safe as the water we drink.