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Bonus: Can geckos stick to teflon? (And other questions about PFAS)

Chemistry For Your Life

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Exploring the molecular reasons why geckos struggle to stick to Teflon surfaces, uncovering the influence of CF bond strength and fluorine's low polarizability. A detailed breakdown of the chemistry involved sheds light on this intriguing phenomenon.

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