Scientists have created a crystal that breathes: how the invention will change energy.

Every year, sensational discoveries occur around the world that contribute to scientific progress. Recently, scientists from Korea and Japan uncovered a new type of crystal that can 'breathe' - effectively releasing and absorbing oxygen at low temperatures.

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This unique material, composed of strontium, iron, and cobalt metal oxide, could change the approach to developing clean energy technologies. The crystal releases oxygen when heated in a gas atmosphere and then absorbs it without damage. This process can be repeated many times, making the material ideal for practical application.According to Professor Henzhin Jin from Korea, most oxygen-controlling materials were either very fragile or required high temperatures to operate. This new crystal works under mild conditions and remains stable.

'It's like the crystal has lungs, and it could inhale and exhale oxygen on command,' said Professor Hedgein.

Oxygen control is essential for the production of solid oxide fuel cells, which generate electricity with minimal emissions. Earlier, Chinese scientists were able to create a floating wind power plant that could change the energy situation in the world.The presented discovery of a new type of crystal that can 'breathe' opens new horizons for the development of clean energy technologies, allowing for more efficient oxygen release and utilization at low temperatures.