Safety in the Chemical Laboratory. Organic Peroxides.

Shanley, Edward S.

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ERIC Number: EJ409228

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1990

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Safety in the Chemical Laboratory. Organic Peroxides.

Shanley, Edward S.

Journal of Chemical Education, v67 n2 pA41-A42 Feb 1990

Discussed is the thermodynamic instability of organic peroxides. The process of autoxidation which results in peroxide formation is described. Precautions necessary to prevent autoxidation hazards associated with these reagents are suggested. (CW)

Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Procedures, Laboratory Safety, Organic Chemistry, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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