Medical Industry:Dry ice is used frequently to store organs for transplant and also in minor dermatology surgeries like mole removals,warts, and other skin imperfections. Dry Ice Safety If you ever have a chance to handle dry ice, you want to be sure to wear heavy gloves, preferably insulated...
Dry ice measures -190.3°F at its warmest. It won’t kill you to grab it, but it’s no fun to get freezer burn either. Dispose of dry ice safely If you put dry ice down your sink or toilet, you could freeze your water pipes and end up with a massive repair bill. When you’re...
Shipping food internationally comes with its own set of hurdles, primarily due to the perishable nature of many food items. Understanding these challenges can help you take proactive measures to ensure your food arrives safely and in optimal condition. Extreme temperatures One of the primary ...
The reason I recommend using dry ice is that it is inexpensive and very easy to find. It is easy to handle (although its extremely cold temperature can cause skin damage after prolonged exposure) and it makes amazing ice cream. Many of the grocery stores in my area stock it and you will...
1) How do I dry anhydrous solvents further? By bubbling nitrogen when I extract the solvent? 2) I'm supposed to add the DIBAL-H dropwise to my starting reagent. How do I safely transfer the DIBAL-H to the dropping funnel? Is it safe to simply close the opening on the dropping funnel...
Our complete guide to driving safely in snow and on ice Learn how to be prepared for driving in snow Driving in snow and icy conditions can present motorists with several challenges. Freezing temperatures can mean that you might struggle to get your car started in the first place, while low...
Driving in winter conditions is just like driving in the summer. Well, with the exception of the possibility that you could hit ice and lose control of your vehicle. Oh, and steering and braking are done differently in inclement weather. Come to think of
food and water. Tell someone reliable where you’re going and when you’ll be back, so that a rescue can be mounted if you don’t show – but don’t forget to contact them when you do get back safely. You’ll also need advance information on road and weather conditions; see box be...
How you clean the drip tray will depend a lot on the make and model of your fridge or fridge freezer. So the first place to start is the user manual. Usually, you’ll need to move the fridge out from the wall and unplug it, so you can access the back of the fridge safely. The...
To transport temperature-sensitive medical products safely, they must be put in special containers. There are two main options. Passive containers are basically insulated boxes that maintain the internal temperature with the help of special coolants (e.g., dry ice, gel packs, gel bottles, ...