Mothballs are made from a highly toxic hydrocarbon that emits a fumigant gas that can cause the following effects: severe irritation of the respiratory tract, headaches, liver and kidney damage, and lymphomas. DO NOT CONSUME THEM.
Mothballs are typically used to repel and deter moths and other insects, rather than actively kill them. The chemicals in mothballs, such as naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, release fumes that are toxic to insects and can interfere with their respiration and nervous system, leading them to avoid the area where the mothballs are placed.
Yes, liquid mothballs do exist. They are typically sold as a moth repellent solution that can be sprayed or applied directly to fabrics and other surfaces to deter moths and other insects. Liquid mothballs may contain similar active ingredients as solid mothballs but in a different formulation.
Mothballs are usually made of naphthalene. Naphthalene has a boiling point of aroun 218oC (424oF).
Alcohol contains a polar hydroxyl group, whereas mothballs contain a non-polar compound. Mothballs formerly contained naphthalene, but now contain 1,4-dichlorobenzene.
No, most mothballs are made of a solid hydrocarbon called Naphthalene. Its vapors are toxic to most insects.
Mothballs are legally sold for use of the purposes listed on the label. It is illegal to use mothballs for other purposes including using mothballs in gardens.
Bleh. Mothballs are gross.
The scientific name for mothballs is naphthalene.
As I opened the wardrobe, mothballs fell out.
the mothballs will fly away
I have never known mothballs to cause nose bleeds.
While it is not proven that mothballs will keep wasps away, there is evidence that they do. Mothballs also seem to keep small rodents away too.
NO! Not safe!
Yes, mothballs contain naphthalene, which is a poison if inhaled.
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.
No, most modern mothballs contain 1,4-dichlorobenzene, while older mothballs contained naphthalene. Neither of these chemicals are useful in the production of methamphetamine.
Because they can be fatal if ingested, mothballs are not a safe choice to deter cats. Two safer alternatives are vinegar and ammonia.