Accidental discovery
Our Friday Fact is one of accidental discovery. In 1938 Chemist Roy Plunkett was researching alternative gasses for refrigerators. In doing so, he discovered polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) or Teflon®. Heat tolerance and stick resistance have become essential coating for various items from aerospace equipment to cookware. Why this fact? Well, we Read more…
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