Watch as a practical application for discarded hair developed. Because hair naturally absorbs oil and repels water, hair mats were invented to help combat oil spills.
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Watch as a practical application for discarded hair developed. Because hair naturally absorbs oil and repels water, hair mats were invented to help combat oil spills.
Added: Jul 30, 2008
Views: 7803 Views
Runtime: 02:49
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