Environment and Functional Materials
Protecting the Environment
Iron oxide, a harmless and chemically stable substance, is formed through the bonding of iron and oxygen, which are abundant here on earth. Because it is harmless and nonpolluting, iron oxide is used by a broad range of industries as a functional and/or environmental material.
Iron oxide has also been found to be an excellent damping agent against unwanted sound intrusion, Automobile makers and construction companies apply it in cars and buildings.
Furthermore, iron oxide has been found to effectively reduce the generation of dioxin, a substance that has lately become the subject of serious environmental concern.
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Various grinding materials | |||
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Combustion-control agents for waste incineration | |||
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Catalysts to petrochemicals | |||
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Water treatment agents | |||
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Vibration-damping materials | |||
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Materials for agricultural use | |||