Ethylene oxide can do a lot of things. It is immensely enabling and useful across many industries. But be cautious! Ethylene oxide can be dangerous if you don’t know how to handle it.
Ethylene oxide is a colorless gas, which is flammable and has a sweet odor. It is simply used by many industries because it helps them produce other key chemicals. Ethylene oxide is also used to produce antifreeze, clothes and plastics.
Your friend said you were lucky you didn’t drop it, because ethylene oxide is used to make a chemical called ethylene glycol. Antifreeze, which allows cars to run smoothly in cold weather, contains ethylene glycol. Ethylene oxide is also used to produce plastics, which are used in toys, bottles and numerous other objects as well.
Even though ethylene oxide is useful, it can be dangerous if people inhale too much of it. Inhaling a large quantity of ethylene oxide can lead to headaches, dizziness, and even serious health problems. That’s exactly why it is so important to use it safely.
To make sure that people are safe when working with ethylene oxide, there are rules to follow. Those using ethylene oxide should wear protective gear such as gloves and goggles. Good ventilation also is key in locations where ethylene oxide is used, to prevent too much buildup in the air.
One very important application of ethylene oxide is in cleaning and sterilization. Ethylene oxide is a germicide, a substance that kills germs, bacteria, and viruses.“It’s good for keeping things clean,” says Boian. It is commonly used to sterilize medical instruments such as syringes and bandages to ensure they are safe to use.
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