Electric Current Cements Sand
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coastal erosionThe Cool Down
•Scientists develop remarkable solution to coastal erosion that threatens several states: 'We ... proved that it is possible'
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Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a potential solution to coastal erosion.
They applied a gentle electric current to sandy soil to solidify it into a cement-like substance.
The team was inspired by mussels and clams use a similar process to build their shells.
Coastal erosion is a massive problem in the United States .
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