New research shows radio waves may be an effective tool in fighting destructive infestations of Zebra Mussels. In an aquarium study, low frequency waves killed the Zebra Mussels without affecting fish or other native clam species. Treatment plants and utilities across the country have spent (M)millions of dollars removing the mussels from clogged intake pipes and equipment. Purdue University Chemistry Professor Matthew Ryan led the study. I asked him to describe how the radio waves work:
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