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Hair as an Oil Absorber
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name Lyn J.
status student
age 16
Question - Can hair be used as an oil absorber?
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I am sure it could, but I am not sure why one would want to. Treated clays
like vermiculite, commercial products such as "oil dry", or even kitty
litter are much more absorbent on a weight/weight basis.
Vince Calder
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yes, It is already used for commercial oil spills.
Unterman
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