Method for removing oil spills

Liquid purification or separation – Processes – Ion exchange or selective sorption

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C210S679000, C210S680000, C210S690000, C210S691000, C210S922000

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides methods and apparatus for removing oil and oil containment for oil spills using crushed glass.

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