A new study has shown that African elephants use certain plants and minerals not only as food, but also to maintain their health. This information is important for species conservation and for planning their habitats.
Scientists have developed a new solar desalination technology that efficiently purifies seawater and allows for the extraction of valuable minerals, including lithium, without producing harmful waste. This system can simultaneously expand access to fresh water and create sustainable sources of useful resources.
Researchers have developed fire-resistant panels made from sawdust and the mineral struvite, which offer high strength and are lighter than cement boards. The new material can also be recycled after use.
The Mars Express orbiter has captured images of the Arabia Terra region on Mars, revealing ancient craters and evidence of past water activity. These findings help deepen our understanding of the planet's geological and climatic history.
Experiments have shown that chimpanzees can distinguish crystals from ordinary stones and display a special interest in them, examining their geometry and transparency. This behavior is believed to be linked to the ancient roots of symbolic thinking in primates.