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Is Borosilicate glass safe or toxic?

Borosilicate glass is generally considered safe for common use as it is a type of heat-resistant glass that is resistant to thermal shock. It is commonly used in laboratory glassware, kitchenware, and lighting fixtures. However, as with any material, ingestion of borosilicate glass is not safe and can cause harm.


What is best to use to hold a liquid with a toxic vapor?

A toxic vapor would be safest in glass container with a tightly sealed lid. Vapors can seep from the smallest opening, so the seal must be firm.


Which thermometer is a greater health hazard if it breaks Is it the mercury in glass or alcohol in glass thermometer?

Mercury in glass thermometers pose a greater health hazard if broken, as mercury is a toxic substance that can be harmful if inhaled or ingested. Alcohol in glass thermometers are considered less hazardous as alcohol is not as toxic as mercury. It is still important to clean up any broken thermometer carefully to avoid injury.


Is the external bulb of a thermometer also made of mercury?

No, the external bulb of a thermometer is typically made of glass to hold the mercury inside. Mercury is usually contained within the glass bulb to measure temperature accurately without exposing the user to the toxic substance.


Can glass you burned?

Burning glass is not recommended as it can release toxic chemicals into the air. Glass can melt at very high temperatures, so it is possible to damage or deform it through burning. It is safer to recycle glass through proper recycling facilities.

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Is Borosilicate glass safe or toxic?

Borosilicate glass is generally considered safe for common use as it is a type of heat-resistant glass that is resistant to thermal shock. It is commonly used in laboratory glassware, kitchenware, and lighting fixtures. However, as with any material, ingestion of borosilicate glass is not safe and can cause harm.


Can toxic fumes go through glass?

No, toxic fumes cannot go through glass, because the fumes are gas, and the glass is a solid. Since the glass is solid, it prevents the gas from going any farther unless acted upon by another force.


What is best to use to hold a liquid with a toxic vapor?

A toxic vapor would be safest in glass container with a tightly sealed lid. Vapors can seep from the smallest opening, so the seal must be firm.


Which thermometer is a greater health hazard if it breaks Is it the mercury in glass or alcohol in glass thermometer?

Mercury in glass thermometers pose a greater health hazard if broken, as mercury is a toxic substance that can be harmful if inhaled or ingested. Alcohol in glass thermometers are considered less hazardous as alcohol is not as toxic as mercury. It is still important to clean up any broken thermometer carefully to avoid injury.


How do you get mystery badge on toxic targets?

Get the Green Toxic Meatball. Go to the third ice mountain and do the level on the top. Knock the Barrel on the ice or glass and fire the green meatball. Once you do that,you get the badge.


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The zinc coating which is using for galvanizing emits toxic gas when burned.


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In either a normal bin or the Yellow Toxic bin where you put your broken glass