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  2. Urea - Wikipedia

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    The structure of the molecule of urea is O=C(−NH 2) 2.The urea molecule is planar when in a solid crystal because of sp 2 hybridization of the N orbitals. [8] [9] It is non-planar with C 2 symmetry when in the gas phase [10] or in aqueous solution, [9] with C–N–H and H–N–H bond angles that are intermediate between the trigonal planar angle of 120° and the tetrahedral angle of 109.5°.

  3. Pyrophoricity - Wikipedia

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    The creation of sparks from metals is based on the pyrophoricity of small metal particles, and pyrophoric alloys are made for this purpose. [2] Practical applications include the sparking mechanisms in lighters and various toys, using ferrocerium; starting fires without matches, using a firesteel; the flintlock mechanism in firearms; and spark testing ferrous metals.

  4. Category:Foul-smelling chemicals - Wikipedia

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    Pages in category "Foul-smelling chemicals" The following 128 pages are in this category, out of 128 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Acrolein;

  5. Lye - Wikipedia

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    Lye provides the crisp glaze on hard pretzels. It's used in kutsinta , a type of rice cake from the Philippines together with pitsi-pitsî . [ 4 ] In Assam, north east India, extensive use is made of a type of lye called khar in Assamese and karwi in Boro which is obtained by filtering the ashes of various banana stems, roots and skin in their ...

  6. Eating sour or spicy foods is more about your brain than ...

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    Whether the spice they seek is fiery or acidic and sour, humans can be drawn to the perceived danger of extreme foods. Eating sour or spicy foods is more about your brain than palate, scientists ...

  7. Sulfuric acid - Wikipedia

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    Although nearly 100% sulfuric acid solutions can be made, the subsequent loss of SO 3 at the boiling point brings the concentration to 98.3% acid. The 98.3% grade, which is more stable in storage, is the usual form of what is described as "concentrated sulfuric acid".

  8. What to look for in a good sports drink, according to experts

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    “From a dietitian's perspective, you don't ever have to choose an electrolyte drink unless you're working out extensively, sweating a lot, or losing fluids through illness,” says Lvova.

  9. 'Dark Waters': Here's the toxic reason why you should toss ...

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    An effective water filtration system will weed out chemicals, pesticides, lead, bacteria and other unhealthy elements. You should at least entertain the idea of abandoning nonstick pans entirely.