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Will mineral oil catch on fire if a lit floating candle is placed on top of the mineral oil?
yes it can
Is oil a mineral?
Oil does not meet the definition of a mineral, i.e., a solid, definite chemical formula, formed by nature, with a crystalline structure.
Is mineral oil carcinogenic?
I can't tell you why mineral oil is carcinogenic but I can tell you that when given to lab rats in small doses, they die. This includes topical, injected, and oral doeses. The four fastest ways for anything to be absorbed into your body are: 1) IV 2)through the skin, 3) under the tongue, and 4) oral digestion. Mineral oil is basically crude oil. Crude oil is also what motor oil is, mineral oil is just more refined than motor oil. Petroleum jelly is also basically the same thing only hardened. It has been proven that mineral oil is carcinogenic. With that in mind, think about all the skin care products you use on you or your children that contain mineral oil; especially as a main ingredient. Baby oil is mineral oil with fregrance added. If you use baby oil to tan or for "moisture" you are slathering yourself up with one big cancer-causing cocktail. Mineral oil is used in these products because it is cheap, it is readily available, and it is a great emulsifier. Mineral oil is a giant molecule that has lots of attachment sites for water to cling to. When this happens the molecule gets really fluffy and looks creamy like lotions. It is a great, cheap filler to cosmetic and personal care producers. Want to find baby products and other personal care products that contain no mineral oil, or anything that causes cancer for that matter?
How do you make light mineral oil from heavy?
You "crack" it.
Is isohexadecane a mineral oil?
Isohexadecane is not classified as a mineral oil; rather, it is a synthetic hydrocarbon derived from petroleum. While mineral oil is a byproduct of refining crude oil and consists of a mixture of alkanes, isohexadecane is specifically a branched-chain alkane with a defined structure. It is often used in cosmetics and personal care products due to its emollient properties and low toxicity.
Difference between mineral and baby oil?
baby oil is scented mineral oil
What is the Difference between mineral oil and baby oil?
Baby oil is mineral oil that has had a scent added to it.
How do you get Leia on harvest moon friends of mineral town?
Leia isnt in mineral town only in harvest moon DS sorry
Is mineral oil derived from crude oil?
Yes mineral oil is derived from crude oil. ---- No. Mineral oil is another term for vegetable oil, which is derived from the natural oils of plants, not crude.
How do you get mineral oil?
Mineral oil is available in most drug stores.
What color is iodide in mineral oil?
Iodide in mineral oil is colorless.
Is mineral oil high in cholesterol?
does mineral oil increase cholseterol?
Will a paper clip float in mineral oil?
No, a paper clip will not float in mineral oil because mineral oil has a higher density than a paper clip. The paper clip will sink in mineral oil.
Is mineral oil a mineral?
No. By definition, a mineral must be a solid and have crystals
Is food grade mineral oil and just mineral oil the same?
yes
What is the difference between heavy and light mineral oil?
Heavy mineral oil is a more viscous substance, light mineral oil is less viscous. Therapeutically, Light Mineral Oil is used as an emollient for the skin, while Heavy Mineral Oil is used as a Cathartic/Laxative for the bowel.
Is baby oil the same as mineral oil?
Yes, baby oil is the same thing as mineral oil. The difference is that the baby oil is perfumed oil.
