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How do polymer crystals work, and why do they absorb so much water?
2 minutes Posted Nov 28, 2014 at 6:00 am.
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Polymer crystals are extremely absorbent, and that's why you'll often find them in disposable diapers. Marshall explains how polymer crystals are able to absorb large quantities of liquids -- and keep you cool and dry -- in this episode.

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