Why do some of my solvents need expiration dates? Some solvents self-oxidize once exposed to oxygen, forming explosively unstable organic peroxides. Because radical isomerization plays a major role in peroxide formation, light exposure helps to catalyze it....
I've worked with flammable materials before. What makes hydrogen special? Hydrogen gas (CAS# 1333-74-0) has a low LEL and a broad flammability range. The LEL, or lower explosive/flammable limit, is the lowest volume percent in air at which the gas can flash or catch...
Week One of National Safety Month is coming to an end, and with that we want to share some tips and websites. Week One was devoted to Summer Safety and the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA+) challenge. Summer Safety It may not be technically summer under...
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6vR0BdRCNY#t=260[/youtube] “After the Rainbow” is a video safety message focusing on preventing accidents in high school chemistry laboratories. For more information please visit:...
