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Wow i had this same exact question in my chemistry lab book at Los Al. Hydroxides are caustic, causing them to eat away what is in the drain. Also, hydroxide compounds are usually very slippery, causing the clog to slip down.
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What is the cause clogged bathtub?
There is probably hair in the drain. One can either dig the hair out, call a plumber, or use a drain declogging agent (like liquid plumber).
What are prepositional sentence openers for grade 6?
Prepositional sentence openers for grade 6 might include phrases like "In the park," "On a rainy day," or "Under the bridge." These can be used to add description and detail to the beginning of sentences.
What do you call one hydrogen atom attached to 1 oxgen atom?
That is called a hydroxide. Hydroxides (OH) are composed of one oxygen atom and one hydrogen atom, and the compound is an extremely basic ion. It is what is called a polyatomic ion. This means that, even though it has more then one atom in its structure, it still has a charge and can latch onto another ion. It behaves like an ion, and is often treated like one. Hydroxides have a one minus charge to them. These polyatomic ions form basic compounds, like sodium hydroxide (often used in drain cleaners [NaOH]). Next time you buy some drain cleaner, read the ingredients on the back and see how many hydroxides there really are in it.
What retail stores offer wine bottle openers?
Wine bottle openers can be purchased in many stores. Online, places like Amazon have a large selection. Stores like Bed, Bath, and Beyond also have a variety of openers from simple to very fancy.
Is Magnesium hydroxide a base or an acid?
Like other hydroxides it is a base.
What do you pour down a drain to unblock it?
You can improvise a drain cleaner by pouring baking soda down the drain (bail the sink or tub out first), then following with vinegar. Let it foam for a few minutes, then flush with hot water. Serious clogs may need Liquid Plum'r or Drano. (These are caustic, and can burn skin, so be careful. If you use them and still need a plumber, let the plumber know you used them; nobody likes a surprise like that.)
Why are substances like Drano and Battery acid dangerous?
Battery acid is Sulfuric acid and Drano is 54.2 %Sodium hydroxide Sulfuric acid is a strong acid which can damage skin and your eyes. Drano is 54.2 % Sodium hydroxide which is lye. Lye is used to make lye soap. Lye reacts with oils and fats to make soap. You have oils on your skin.
What does the scientific symbol of a gauze used with a Bunsen burner look like?
it looks like this: '.......................' Without the openers!
What household items can be poisonous?
Well there are many things. Like Drano, pesticides, Detergents, and many cosmetics. It goes on and on.
What acid is in magnesium hydroxide?
Magnesium hydroxide is not an acid nor does it contain one. Like other hydroxides it is a base.
Are gate openers expensive products?
Gate openers are often referred to as latches and you can get them at any major hardware supplier for as much money as you would like to pay. Some are not very flashy and others are very cheap.
What was the Aztec ball game like?
i think soccer balls were made of pig guts? so it musta been disgusting. -Drano
