In this issue: China's earthquake, the benefits of green
roofs, and the hazards of carbon nanotubes.
---Earthquake---
According to Chemistry World, China's biggest earthquake in
over 30 years has hit the country's fertilizer producers,
sending authorities rushing to contain chemical leaks and
protect water supplies.
http://MagPortal.com/nr/rdir.php?w=340988
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---Green---
Green roofs are gaining popularity in U.S. commercial real
estate development. This article from National Real Estate
Investor looks at the benefits and costs.
http://MagPortal.com/nr/rdir.php?w=340970
similar: http://MagPortal.com/cgi/sim.cgi?w=340970
---Nanotubes---
Chemistry World reports that long straight carbon nanotubes
may be as dangerous as asbestos fibers, potentially causing
cancer in cells lining the lung, a pilot study in mice has
shown.
http://MagPortal.com/nr/rdir.php?w=341268
similar: http://MagPortal.com/cgi/sim.cgi?w=341268
---Taxes---
The happy tax-free days of internet shopping may finally be
winding down with the introduction in Congress of the Sales
Tax Fairness and Simplification Act, according to Home Theater.
http://MagPortal.com/nr/rdir.php?w=341125
similar: http://MagPortal.com/cgi/sim.cgi?w=341125
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