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Moth balls chemical formula?
The chemical compound used in mothballs is typically either naphthalene (C10H8) or paradichlorobenzene (C6H4Cl2). Both substances work by releasing vapors that deter insects from coming near clothes or fabric.
Is mothballs gradually vaporize in a closet a physical or chemical change?
The gradual vaporization of mothballs in a closet is a physical change. This is because the mothballs are changing from a solid state (solid mothballs) to a gaseous state (mothball vapor) without undergoing a chemical reaction.
Mothballs disappear over time is it a chemical change?
No, mothballs disappearing over time is a physical change, not a chemical change. The mothballs are still the same substance, just dispersed or evaporated into the air.
Why must good ventilation be used around mothballs?
Mothballs are made from a chemical, I don't recall what the name is... Anyways, this chemical off-gasses into the air and it is toxic to breathe.
What chemical gives the mothball smell?
The chemical that gives mothballs their distinctive smell is called naphthalene. When mothballs are stored, they release naphthalene vapors that repel insects.
What chemical smells of mothballs?
Mothballs don't have a chemical name, but we can identify the chemicals used in them. They used to contain naphtha, or naphthalene (C10H8), but they are currently made with 1,4-dichlorobenzene (C6H4Cl2). Camphor (C10H16O) is also used in some mothballs. Manufacturers also include a bit of something that acts as a deodorant. Wikipedia has additional information, and a link is provided.
Why mothballs turn small?
Mothballs turn small because they are made of a volatile chemical compound, such as naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, that sublimes into a gas at room temperature. As the compound sublimes, it changes from a solid state directly to a gas, causing the mothballs to shrink over time.
What are the elements in mothballs?
From the Wikipedia article on mothballs, "Older mothballs consisted primarily of naphthalene, but due to naphthalene's flammability, modern mothballs instead use 1,4-dichlorobenzene (also called para-dichlorobenzene, p-dichlorobenzene, or PDB)."
What is the formula for chemical energy?
Energy has no chemical formula as it is not a chemical.
What is the solute and solvent of mothball evaporating?
In the case of mothballs evaporating, the solute is the chemical compound, typically naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, that makes up the mothballs. The solvent is the surrounding air, which allows the solute to disperse as it vaporizes. As mothballs evaporate, the solid solute transitions into gas form, diffusing into the air and creating a characteristic odor.
What is the chemical name for formula?
chemical formula
The chemical formula for glucose is?
The chemical formula for glucose is C6H12O6.
