Mothballs are often made from naphthalene. Naphthalene sublimes, that is it goes straight from solid to gas.
From the Wikipedia article on mothballs, "Older mothballs consisted primarily of naphthalene, but due to naphthalene's flammability, modern mothballs instead use 1,4-dichlorobenzene (also called para-dichlorobenzene, p-dichlorobenzene, or PDB)."
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.
Yes, mothballs contain naphthalene, which is a poison if inhaled.
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.
Mothballs contain chemicals that slowly turn from a solid into a gas at room temperature, a process called sublimation. As the chemicals vaporize, the mothballs shrink in size and eventually disappear as the gas dissipates into the air.
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.
Mothballs are small white balls or pellets made of either naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene. They have a strong, distinctive odor and are often used to repel moths and other insects in storage areas.
Bleh. Mothballs are gross.
The scientific name for mothballs is naphthalene.
As I opened the wardrobe, mothballs fell out.
From the Wikipedia article on mothballs, "Older mothballs consisted primarily of naphthalene, but due to naphthalene's flammability, modern mothballs instead use 1,4-dichlorobenzene (also called para-dichlorobenzene, p-dichlorobenzene, or PDB)."
the mothballs will fly away
I have never known mothballs to cause nose bleeds.
NO! Not safe!