Gemma Alexander 
Did you know that acetone is a colorless, volatile, and flammable liquid with a characteristic odor? It is the simplest ketone and has the formula CH3COCH3. Acetone is miscible with water and ethanol in all proportions. Inhalation of acetone can cause dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Long-term exposure to high levels of acetone may cause …
After a long winter, it’s finally time to get outside and tidy up your yard. Part of that may include trimming tree branches. But once you’ve cut them down, what do you do with them? According to the Environmental Protection Agency report, tree branches, and other yard waste account for more than 13 percent of …
If you’re reading this, then chances are you’ve got a lighter that you need to get rid of. Maybe it’s because you’re trying to quit smoking, or maybe you just don’t need it anymore. Either way, disposing of a lighter can be a bit tricky. More than 1,000 house fires are caused by lighters each …
Muriatic acid also referred to as hydrochloric acid, is a powerful acid. In addition to being a powerful cleaning agent, muriatic acid can also be very dangerous when mixed with water. Millions of homeowners and businesses deal with this hazardous substance every year. If you have muriatic acid around your house, you should know how …
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think much about your refrigerator water filter. But did you know that these filters can become clogged with impurities over time? If you don’t replace them regularly, your refrigerator may not be able to properly filter out contaminants, which can lead to health problems. Refrigerator water filters …
