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Scientists create a mineral in the lab that captures carbon dioxide

A new technique might one day help combat global warming

magnesite

FAST TRACK  It takes thousands of years for this mineral to form naturally. Now researchers have found a way to make magnesite, or magnesium carbonate, in the lab in just a few months.

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By Carolyn Gramling

- More than 2 years ago

Scientists are one step closer to a long-sought way to store carbon dioxide in rocks.