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Why scientists are making transparent wood / The results are amazing, that a piece of wood can be as strong as glass::The material is being exploited for smartphone screens, insulated windows, and more.

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[-] Kethal@lemmy.world 53 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Wood is already stronger than glass. If you read the article, what they say make sense, but this title is silly.

[-] systemglitch@lemmy.world 15 points 1 year ago

That title instantly got under my skin for being stupid

[-] pdxfed@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

And here I was clicking on the article expecting a revolution in ~~glassware~~ woodware.

[-] qooqie@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

Also wouldn’t resin filled wood framework have a higher environmental impact compared to glass? I’m not entirely sure either way

[-] doczombie@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

They note towards the bottom they've also developed a sustainable resin in place of PVA.

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