manganese
/ˈmæŋɡəniːz/
Definition
A hard, silvery-grey metallic chemical element used in this study as a key component in the composition of specialized electrodes.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'magnesia,' which refers to a region in Greece where the mineral was found. The name evolved through Middle French and Italian to identify the element, distinguishing it from the magnetic properties of minerals like magnetite.
In the news
Manganese is used here specifically in the form of potassium-stabilized manganese dioxide to create electrodes that facilitate the electrochemical capture of carbon dioxide from the air. Its chemical properties are essential for the device's ability to efficiently alternate pH levels.
New electrochemical device targets climate change by sucking CO2 out of air
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