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To enable you to breathe properly in a situation with lack of oxygen. They were used a lot durning the 2nd world war, but a minders form of mask is used today for things like spray painintng.
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What is a gas mask made out of?
The main part of the gas mask is made out of rubber.
What is a Arabian gas mask?
its a mask made for ariabians
Is it normal for a military gas mask to fog up?
It is not normal for a military gas mask to fog up.
What is the definition of gas mask?
A gas mask is a mask worn over the face to protect the wearer from inhaling airborne pollutants and toxic materials. The mask forms a sealed cover over the nose and mouth, but may also cover the eyes and other vulnerable soft tissues of the face. Some gas masks are also respirators, though the word gas mask is often used to refer to military equipment (e.g. Field Protective Mask, etc.) (The user of the gas mask is not protected by gas that the skin can absorb.)
Can exposure to nerve gas be avereted using a gas mask?
When you have a viable and properly designed AND properly used gas mask you can avoid the damage of nerve gas.
What is the purpse of the gas mask?
The purpose of the gas mask was to protect the wearer from inhaling airborn pollutants and toxic gases, they were also used to stop viruses and diseases
What is the purpose of a spoiler screw on a burner?
Mix primary air and gas
When was Gas mask created?
Gas mask was created in 1914.
How do you put a gas mask on?
It depends on the type of mask... some consist of a (usually rubber) hood and some have just a face mask with straps to attach it. Generally it is a good idea to have short hair and be clean shaven to get the best airtight seal. As much contact with bare skin as possible should give a good seal.
What does a gas mask tattoo mean?
A person wearing a gas mask.
What does a gas mask hose do?
I think it stopped gas getting in the mask...
What was a gas mask?
A gas mask is used to filter out toxic agents in the air.
What is a gas mask made out of?
The main part of the gas mask is made out of rubber.
What Gas mask does the modern German army Use?
M65 Gas Mask.
What kind of mask do you wear to protect yourself from chlorine gas?
A gas mask
What did a gas mask box look like?
a gas mask box is a brownmedium sized box which contained a gas mask and a few other things
How does a gas mask work?
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.
