Tetrachloroethylene is a clear, nonflammable liquid, and is a commonly used solvent that has been in commercial use since the early 1900s. It can be found in water repellant, paint remover, printing ink, glue, sealant, polish, and can also be used to make other chemicals. Although it has been detected in small amounts in the air and in some sources of drinking water, the most common source of exposure is in the industries that use this chemical. Such industries are the dry-cleaning business, where it is used as a solvent, and businesses that degrease and clean metals, or need to dissolve greases and oils from fabrics. Because Tetrachloroethylene is a chlorinated hydrocarbon, it is a central nervous system depressant, and can easily enter the body through respiratory or dermal exposure, allowing this to be taken into the body dangerously easy. It can be inhaled and brought into the lungs, where it is then transferred into the blood and sent throughout the whole body. Most inhaled Tetrachloroethylene can be exhaled efficiently or excreted through the urinary system, but some may be left over and stored in the body. Exposure to this substance can be tested much like Blood-Alcohol Concentration using a device similar to a breathalyzer, or can be tested if given a blood sample directly. Depending on the amount of Tetrachloroethylene present in the …show more content…
Acute, high-level inhalation exposure in humans, can result in irritation of the upper respiratory tract and eyes, kidney dysfunction, and neurological effects such as reversible mood and behavioral changes, impairment of coordination, dizziness, headache, sleepiness, and unconsciousness. The primary effects from long term inhalation exposure at lower levels, are neurological effects, including sensory symptoms such as headaches, impairments in cognitive and motor neurobehavioral functioning and color vision
For example, the antimicrobial triclosan is sometimes added to fabrics, including clothing items. Some recent studies have shown that triclosan can alter the regulation of hormones and may interfere with fetal development. In addition to this, there are also animal studies which suggest that triclosan may affect fertility. Furthermore, stain-proof clothes are also full of perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), which are both toxic to humans and the environment.
Also, I was shocked by the multiple effects that the use of this drug can have on our bodies. Finally, I came to conclusion that inhalants can be ranked among some of the most dangerous drugs not only for their deadly effect but also for their accessibility.
Its risks are that irritates lots of parts of our body like skin and throat, high exposure may cause cancer. This how dangerous it
Benzyne Formation and the Diels-Alder Reaction Preparation of 1,2,3,4 Tetraphenylnaphthalene Aubree Edwards Purpose: 1,2,3,4-tetraphenylnaphthalene is prepared by first producing benzyne via the unstable diazonium salt. Then tetraphenylcyclopentadienone and benzyne undergo a diels-alder reaction to create 1,2,3,4-tetraphenylnaphthalene. Reactions: Procedure: The reaction mixture was created. Tetraphenylcyclopentadienone (0.1197g, 0.3113 mmol) a black solid powder, anthranilic acid ( 0.0482g, 0.3516 mmol) a yellowish sand, and 1,2-dimethoxyethane (1.2 ml) was added to a 5-ml conical vial.
Tobacco-free kids Association Created in 1996, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization in Washington, Dc which is a leading force in the fight to reduce tobacco use and its deadly toll in the United States and around the world. Their mission is “A future free death and disease caused by tobacco. They save lives by advocating the national, state or local level proven public policies that prevent kids from smoking, help smokers to quit and protect everyone from second-hand smoking. A2.
Unfortunately, this further stigmatizes this group of children. However, this is where they can finally gain their feelings of euphoria or happiness, even if only temporary. According to a study done on American Indians, the children who use inhalants are more likely to have higher levels of anxiety and depression than non-users (Howard et al., 1999, 89).
This is used with a can or bottle that contains a payload and propellant under pressure. When the container 's valve is opened, the payload is forced out of a small hole and emerges as an aerosol or mist. King Chemicals Corporation is one of the oldest and leading household Insecticide brands manufacturing company of Pakistan. In addition to this they also manufacture premium quality Fabric, Surface, Personal and Air care products in Pakistan.
Air pollution pervasively impacts humanity as a global society. It results in minimized quality of life and initiates instability within the environment . Air pollution causes extensive detrimental health effects on the residents of Southern California, especially on select sensitive individuals, and has significant adverse impacts on the environment of Southern California. The health of individuals residing within the boundaries of Southern California is steadily tarnished by the destructive qualities of polluted air. The effects of air pollution on the human body over a relatively minimal amount of time are unlikely to have major effects on youthful and healthful individuals.
“Nicotine has known damaging effects: It’s addictive, toxic to developing fetuses and can harm brain development in children and young adults up to the age of 20” (Spector). This shows that when students introduce nicotine into their bodies at such a young age they can cause irreversible damage to their bodies that will hold them back from living a completely healthy life. “Propylene glycol, a chemical found in e-liquids, can irritate the eyes and airways... Early studies have also revealed that when propylene glycol or glycerin are heated and vaporized, they can degrade into formaldehyde and acetaldehyde... Both of these
Introduction Chevron Phillips Chemical Company is the major producer of Cyclohexane. This successful company hoses the three largest cyclohexane plants in the world. Many are puzzled by how the production of cyclohexane seems to have become stagnant. Perhaps this is due to the cost of benzene increasing or the demand increasing. Through thorough investigation, the answer to this question and many more can be answered.
These health effects may include: Chronic sinus infections, complications with asthma, cancer, miscarriage in pregnant women, depression/dementia, frequent nosebleeds, open sores, spleen pain, unexplained fevers, and muscle pain. Anyone experiencing these effects should seek treatment and assistance in ridding their home of toxic mold. Even if the symptoms are treated, they will continue unless the mold is removed completely from the
While walking down the sidewalk on a beautiful, sunny day, you walk in front of your favorite bakery which has it’s doors propped open and the gorgeous smells are trolling out of the sweet smelling bakery. You take a deep breathe in and all of a sudden are stopped mid-breathe by the scent of sour skittles. You look to your left and see a guy vaping, and the vapor coming from his device is eliminating the delicious scent of the bakery. Vaping has become a popular product on the market, but some of the effects it has on the body make it a worse choice than smoking. Those who vape are susceptible to bronchitis or severe cough, teary or dry eyes, and lung cancer.
Because of the smoke produced from the combustion of tobacco are not perfect. Cigarette smoke contains a number of dangerous substances such as benzene, nicotine, nitrosamines, Amen, aromatic, naphthalene, ammonia, carbon monoxide benzapirin, cyanide oxidant and others. These particles will be deposited in the respiratory tract and it is very harmful to the body. Deposits of cigarette smoke are also easily attached to objects in the room and could last until more than 3 years and keeping dangerous (http://dokita.co/blog/bahaya-merokok-bagi-kesehatan accessed on 25 April 2015). Passive smokers are more dangerous than active smokers.
Marijuana Effects Marijuana is a harmful substance to ingest. The WebMD website’s article about recreational marijuana, written by, Kathleen Doheny explains: marijuana irritates the lungs which causes breathing problems, it is harmful to mental health, and it can cause brain impairment to the user. First, marijuana causes lung irritation which can cause numerous breathing problems. Smoking marijuana can cause three times more tar to be ingested into the user’s lungs, compared with tobacco users. The smoke of marijuana contains cancer-causing elements.
Disinfection Chemicals Introduction Water disinfection is removal, deactivation or elimination of pathogenic bacteria. Bacteria gets damaged or even deactivated, disabling reproduction. Disinfectants must not just eliminate bacteria. They must have residual effect. The disinfectant must not allow pathogenic bacteria to develop within the domestic plumbing after disinfection, causing water being decontaminated.