A team of British scientists has announced a breakthrough discovery that could revolutionize the glass industry: they have found a way to make glass from grass. The researchers, from the University of London, claim that they have developed a process that can transform any type of plant material into transparent, durable, and eco-friendly glass.
The scientists explained that their method involves extracting cellulose from plants, and then converting it into nanocrystals, which are then arranged into a lattice structure that mimics the properties of glass. The resulting material, which they call “grass glass”, is said to be stronger, lighter, and cheaper than conventional glass, and can be used for various applications, such as windows, bottles, and screens.
The team leader, Dr. John Glass, said that their discovery was inspired by nature, and that they wanted to create a sustainable alternative to glass, which is made from sand and requires a lot of energy and resources to produce. He added that their grass glass is also biodegradable, and can be recycled or composted.
The scientists hope that their grass glass will soon be available in the market, and that it will help reduce the environmental impact of the glass industry. They also plan to experiment with other types of plants, such as flowers, fruits, and vegetables, to create different colors and textures of glass.