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The primary function of a gas mask is to prevent toxic gases or poisonous material from entering the lungs and attacking the person. It does not provide its own oxygen supply, but filters out the particles. They can also protect the face from contact poisons or gases.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 9y agoA gas mask works by creating a seal around the nose and mouth. This helps to prevent the wearer from inhaling toxic gases and other pollutants.
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∙ 13y agoit was used for people who were surounded by gas and people can't breath gas so they had to use a special mask
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What is Sid Wilsons Black gas mask called?
It's just called a gas mask.
What inventions led up to the gas mask?
the invention that led up to the gas mask was a cloth in front of your face
How do you store a military gas mask?
Store your military gas mask as follows: Use the mask faceform to prevent damage to the mask in storage. Do not store or transport the mask under heavy or sharp objects. Do not store the mask where it could be exposed to extremes Always clean and thoroughly dry the mask before storage.
Where was gas masks invented?
Garett Morgan invented the gas mask. I'm not sure when and where, though. By SkyQueen1234 Garrett Moragan invented the gas mask in in 1914 and never used it until 1916. and i don't know where Mr.Morgan invented the gas mask ! BY :FREASHCHICK123
Can smelling gas Kill you?
IF it was a poisenies gas then yes IT could kill you iF you werent wearing a gas mask
When four wheeling will a gas mask work with allergies?
yes
How did Garret A Morgan's gas mask work?
How it works is when you breathe in it keeps the gas and harmful things out and it keeps 80% toxins gas out
When was Gas mask created?
Gas mask was created in 1914.
Who is the inventor of gas mask?
Garrett Morgan of the United States was given a patent for a real gas mask in the early 1900s. There were two brothers in the 1800s who invented smoke masks but they did not work for gas. So they did not get credited with making the gas mask as Garrett Morgan has been. See the related links below.
What does a gas mask hose do?
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What does a gas mask tattoo mean?
A person wearing a gas mask.
What was a gas mask?
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What Gas mask does the modern German army Use?
M65 Gas Mask.
What is a gas mask made out of?
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What kind of mask do you wear to protect yourself from chlorine gas?
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What did a gas mask box look like?
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What is a Arabian gas mask?
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