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A molecular muscle. The’daisy chain’ of molecules
move in response to light, mimicking the way our
muscles expand and contract. This technology will
be used in smart plastic design.
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Q: Are free radicals all bad?A: Free radicals are not all bad. They help important reactions within our body take place. For example: white blood cells use free radicals to destroy bacteria and virus-infected cells. Additionally, radical reactions can be used to synthesise novel materials such as custom-designed plastics and pharmaceuticals.
Q: What are free radicals?
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