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June 06, 2016

Hydraulic fracturing chemical spills on agricultural land need scrutiny
Fort Collins CO (SPX) Jun 06, 2016
Hydraulic fracturing, a widely used method for extracting oil and gas from otherwise impenetrable shale and rock formations, involves not only underground injections composed mostly of water, but also a mixture of chemical additives. These chemicals range from toxic biocides and surfactants, to corrosion inhibitors and slicking agents, and many are also used by other industries. A Colorado State University research team desired a deeper understanding of the fate of these chemicals when they are sp ... read more

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