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Subject: Re: Questions out of my realm
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 15:28:59 -0500
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Subject: Re: Questions out of my realm
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 14:36:04 -0800
Author: Debbie Decker


Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 14:32:00 -0600
Reply-To: William Parks <misterbill21225**At_Symbol_Here**EARTHLINK.NET>
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From: William Parks <misterbill21225**At_Symbol_Here**EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Fw: Unexpected outcomes

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  In response to question 1, boiling ether is usually something I as a
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professional recommend not happen. The boiling point is very low, the vap
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concentration can build quickly, and as was discovered, the vapor is also
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extremely flammable.=0D
If boiling ether is a requirement, I recommend that the ventilation rate=0D
inside the hood be increased to extract vapors more quickly, and maybe he
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the flask in a water bath instead of directly on the burner. This will mo
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likely take longer to produce the end result, but should be much safer. A
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  keeping in mind the when compounds spontainiously ignite, if the contai
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is closed, an explosion could occur, spreading the burning liquid and=0D
flammable gases into the lab and away from the protection of the hood. Th
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hood should also be checked by a ventilation expert prior to reuse after 
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fire to insure proper working condition.=0D
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Question 2.=0D
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Water baths work both ways. If the flask is placed in a water bath for=0D
heating, when the heat portion is completed, the bath is turned off, and 
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liquid cools naturally, and slowly. These are 2 very important words to=0D
remember when heating and cooling highly flammable substances: easy and=0D
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I can be reached directly at 479/685-9343, and can help you find a=0D
professional to assist with the fume hood.=0D
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Bill Parks=0D
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