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Membrane

physical science Maturity 9-11

A membrane is like a thin wall.

Schematic of size-based membrane.svg
Schematic of size-based membrane.svg
It lets some small things through. It stops other things. This helps make water safe to drink. We use them every day. Can you find a filter at home?
Hollow fiber membrane wall.png
Hollow fiber membrane wall.png

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