Tetrachloroethylene: Uses and Effects on humans
Tetrachloroethylene is mainly used as a dry-cleaning agent. It is an intermediate for production of trichloroacetic acid and fluorine-containing organic compounds.
Mar 20，2024 API
What is Osmiridium used for?
Osmium is used to add hardness to alloys. Osmium alloys are used in making hard and high-wear items, including instrument pivots, tips of fountain pen, compasses and electrical contacts.
Mar 20，2024 Inorganic chemistry
Is tirzepatide available for weight loss?
Tirzepatide works for weight loss by decreasing your appetite and slowing the movement of food from the stomach into the small intestine, which may make you feel full more quickly and for a longer per
Mar 20，2024 API
How to synthesize Isoprene?
The commercial processes for isoprene production include the extraction method (recovery from C5 fraction), dehydrogenation of isopentane or isopentene, the reaction of isobutylene with formaldehyde,
Mar 20，2024 Organic Chemistry
Q：What is the oxidation state of Li?
A：The oxidation state of Lithium (Li) is 0, and the oxidation state of Li+ is +1.
Mar 20，2024 API
Q：Is NH4+ a strong acid?
A：NO, NH4+ (ammonium ion) is not a strong acid. NH4+ is the conjugate acid of the weak base ammonia (NH3). It is a weak acid.
Mar 20，2024 API
What is the difference between Optical brightener (OB) and Optical Brightener -1(OB-1)
Optical brightener (OB) and Optical Brightener -1(OB-1) are brightening agents that are often confused. Both are used for brightening but on different types of materials.
Mar 20，2024 Organic reagents
Levonorgestrel-Ethinyl Estradiol Oral: uses and side effects
This combination hormone medication Levonorgestrel-Ethinyl Estradiol is used to prevent pregnancy.
Mar 20，2024 API
Gadolinium Oxide: Optical Properties, Synthesis Routes and Toxicity
Gadolinium oxide boasts excellent optical qualities for imaging applications but poses toxicity risks, including eye irritation, harm to aquatic life, and fibrogenic effects.
Mar 20，2024 API
Altrenogest: Overview, Effects on Reproductive Performance and Environmental Photochemistry
Altrenogest is used for estrous synchronization in gilts and sows. It undergoes rapid photolysis in the environment, posing potential ecological risks.
Mar 20，2024 API