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In mineralogy terms, no. A mineral is naturally occurring, homogenous solid with a defined chemical composition and a highly ordered atomic arrangement. Most of the terms in that definition do not apply to glycerine.
But, Mineral is often applied to oils and their derivatives to indicate that they are not from a natural source. Mineral turpentine, mineral oil, and so on, to distinguish them from their natural cohort.
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What does glycerin look like?
Glycerin is a clear colorless liquid.
Who invented or discovered glycerin?
Karl Wilhelm Scheele is known to have discovered glycerin, and Michel Eugene is known to have renamed it "glycerin."
Is glycerin flammable?
Glycerin is a flammable substance but the rating of its flammability is 1. Glycerin still can affect even though flammability is not as high as the other.
Do glycerin's contain hydrogen?
yes, glycerin contains 4.5% hydrogen peroxide. Ur welcum!
Is glycerin a base or an acid?
none
Can mineral oil substitute glycerin?
In terms of cooking, No.
What is the active ingredient in Sorbolene cream?
It consists mainly of Glycerin, purified water, paraffin soft and mineral oils.
Is glycerin a mineral oil?
yes glycerin is a mineral oil.answer 2 In Geology dictionary, you'll find a mineral defined as a solid ... . So glycerine (also spelt glycerin) cannot be a mineral. (But the term 'mineraloid' is coined to take into account mercury.)In days old, things were defined as Mineral, Vegetable, Animal or Abstract. Which leaves a lot to be desired as a classification system. But things coming out of the ground were considered as mineral, e.g. Mineral turpentine, to distinguish it from Vegetable turpentine. (= Turpentine made by steam distillation.)Similarly with other oils and fats. Glycerine was commonly derived from animal fat, by pressing it in a fabric press; where the glycerine extruded as a clear colourless liquid. And is further refined.And these days, glycerine may be made from petroleum oil feedstock.
What is Glycerin in Telugu language?
Glycerin
What household items have glycerin in them?
glycerin
What can be used to press mineral eyeshadow that doesn't have glycerin in it?
Jojoba oil can b used,about 6-9 drops depending on if it is matte to about 3/4 of a teaspoon
How do you spell glycerin?
That is the correct spelling of glycerin.
Can glycerin be encapsulated?
It is possible for glycerin to be encapsulated. The most common form of encapsulated glycerin is Vegetable glycerin. Capsules may be sold at a pharmacy, such as Walgreens or CVS.
What does glycerin look like?
Glycerin is a clear colorless liquid.
Is oil lighter or glycerin?
oil is lighter than glycerin.
What are the ingredients in USP glycerin?
USP glycerin is a pure compound.
Who invented or discovered glycerin?
Karl Wilhelm Scheele is known to have discovered glycerin, and Michel Eugene is known to have renamed it "glycerin."
