If you are new to bread baking, then you might be asking, “Why does dough rise? You may be amazed seeing how dough rises and think it is magic. No, it is not magic, the appearance can be explained by science and that is what we will do in plain language in this post for everyone to understand.… Read More »
This post provides detailed information about Isopropanol, including its hazards and how to safely store and dispose of it, as well as it properties and uses. What is Isopropanol? Isopropanol commonly known as isopropyl alcohol, is a liquid with a very nice smell. It has the ability to dissolve in water and also in other hydrocarbon liquids. It… Read More »
A new report by the Watchdog Consumer Reports has shown the fast foods and the restaurants with the highest levels of phthalates in the U.S. What are Phthalates? Phthalates are a group of chemicals used in the manufacture of plastics. They are often called plasticizers and they make plastics more durable. Some phthalates are used as solvent… Read More »
A new, easier, and cheaper way of capturing the greenhouse gas CO2 has been discovered by researchers at ETH Zurich led by Maria Lukatskaya, Professor of Electrochemical Energy Systems. The researchers employed the knowledge of the fact that in aqueous acidic solution CO2 (carbon dioxide or carbon (IV) oxide) remains unchanged while in aqueous alkaline solution it undergoes… Read More »
This post provides information about benzene hazards and how to safely handle the chemical and exposures to it; It also discuses the formula, properties, and uses of benzene to help you gain deep knowledge of the chemical compound. Please, read on to learn important facts about benzene: What is Benzene? Benzene, also called benzole cyclohexatriene, is a… Read More »
This post helps increase your knowledge of calcium hydroxide and the hazards associated with it, as well as its formula, properties, and uses. You will learn how to safely and effectively handle calcium hydroxide and avoid the hazards; including what to do if exposed to the chemical. Please, read on to increase your knowledge of calcium hydroxide: What… Read More »
This article focuses on calcium chloride and the hazards associated with it, including its properties, how to handle it safely, and what to do when exposed to it. What is Calcium Chloride? Calcium chloride is a white colored chemical substance known to have some properties useful in melting ice and controlling dust. Calcium chloride has the chemical formula… Read More »
This post covers in detail the hazards associated with barium chloride; the safety precautions to take, and the first aid measures to apply whenever an accident occurs. Please, continue reading to learn about barium chloride and how to handle it effectively. What is Barium Chloride? Barium chloride, with formula BaCl2 and IUPAC name barium dichloride, is one of… Read More »
This post is a detailed discussion of ammonium nitrate, focusing on the hazards associated with it, and provides valuable ideas on how to safely handle the chemical, as well as what to do if you get exposed to it. Please, read on: What is Ammonium Nitrate? Ammonium nitrate is a solid chemical substance, white in color that dissolves… Read More »
This post discusses ammonium hydroxide and the various hazards associated with it; it also provides useful ideas in handling the chemical safely. Please, continue reading to get these and other valuable information about ammonium hydroxide: What is Ammonium Hydroxide? Ammonium hydroxide is also known as ammonia water because of its miscibility with water. It also has various other… Read More »