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December 16 , 2023
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- The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras has developed a technology called ‘AMRIT’ for the removal of Arsenic and Metal ions from water.
- AMRIT’ stands for Arsenic and Metal Removal by Indian Technology.
- The technology uses nano-scale iron oxy-hydroxide, which selectively removes arsenic when water is passed through it.
- This water purifier has been developed for both domestic as well as community levels.
- Arsenic is a natural component of the earth’s crust and is widely distributed throughout the environment in the air, water and land.
- It is highly toxic in its inorganic form.
- Long-term exposure to arsenic from drinking water and food can cause cancer and skin lesions.
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