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WHY IS IT CONVENIENT TO STORE IN PLASTIC CONTAINERS THAN METAL CONTAINER?
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Plastic containers seem more convenient than metal containers. This is because of their light weight, lower price and easy handling. They have strong strength and long lasting quality
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Meher Nigar
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What do you call a metal container of oil?
A metal container for large quantities of oil can be called a drum (usually 55 gallons). If it is a small amount of oil (usually a quart) the container could be called a can. Today, most small quantities of oil are supplied in plastic containers.
What should food containers not be made out of?
plastic and metal !!
What Categories of materials suitable for use as containers of ionic solutions?
Platinum (inert metal), Borosilicate glass, porcelain
Why are acids not stored in metal containers?
Many acids react with most metals, often producing soluble substances. Acid + metal --> salt + water. This 'eats' away at the container and causes it to leak. Glass (almost always) and polythene are unaffected by acids. However, before the advent of polythene, concentrated sulfuric acid was stored in lead vessels.
Why are acids put in metal containers?
metal is the only thing acids cant burn through
What are the advantages of using a plastic food container instead of a metal one?
Plastic food containers are usually see-through and allow people to see what is in the container. Plastic containers have an advantage over metal in that they do not rust. Plastic is also lighter than metal.
What is a nonmetal container?
A container not made from metal - e.g china, plastic or silicone containers are all 'non-metal'.
Explain why plastic containers are favoured to storing food?
While it is possible to store ice cream equally well in a metal or plastic container, plastic is better from the user's point of view. Metal transfers cold far better than plastic. Thus, it can become quite uncomfortable trying to hold onto a cold metal container. A cold plastic container is a poor conductor of cold. It does not make your hands hurt to carry it. A metal container has little give at the edges making it hard to scoop out the ice cream at the edges. A plastic container has more give at the edges. It is easier to get the ice cream at the edge of the container. It is easier to reattach a plastic lid on a container than a metal lid.
Does plastic wrap stick better to plastic or metal containers?
most likely metal
What do you call a metal container of oil?
A metal container for large quantities of oil can be called a drum (usually 55 gallons). If it is a small amount of oil (usually a quart) the container could be called a can. Today, most small quantities of oil are supplied in plastic containers.
How do you deal safe storage and use of gasoline?
Use only approved metal or plastic gasoline containers. Remove fuel containers from vehicles and place them on the ground before refilling. Fill containers slowly to reduce the buildup of static electricity. Never overfill the container. Secure the container for transportation to avoid spills.
What should food containers not be made out of?
plastic and metal !!
What is a film container?
Back in the days before digital camera technology, images were recorded on film. Film was stored in metal or plastic canisters. These canisters were called film containers.
Why are acids kept in glass bottles not metal containers?
Because most acids will corrode the metal container.
Used Shipping Containers?
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How is fluorine stored in a lab as it cannot be stored in glass?
it is stored in a lab in metal containers and/or in steal container b/c it reacts chemically with other materials..ie: glass, water, plastic...
Why should food not be stored in galvanized container?
Any metal container such as the galvanized one mentioned above, affects the PH and acidic values of the food often discoloring it. Plastic, wood and ceramic containers are safe and do not change or affect the PH of food(s).
