Q. Which ministry has developed a new composite membrane called 'Mixed Matrix Membrane'?
Answer:
Ministry of Science and Technology
Notes: Ministry of Science and Technology developed a composite membrane called the Mixed Matrix Membrane (MMM). MMMs are made from two or more materials and can detect ammonia or other amine leaks in industrial settings or labs. The MMM changes color when exposed to amine vapors, making it easier to detect leaks. Ammonia and other aliphatic amines are often used as raw materials or intermediate products in the food, chemical, and fertilizer industries. The MMM was developed by a research team at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology.