Volatile Organic Compound (VOC):
What is VOC:
Volatile Organic Compounds, more commonly known as VOC's consist of a wide variety of organic compounds that are vapor at room temperature. Many different gasses may make up VOC's, and some of those gasses may also be associated with other families of gasses. A complete list of VOC's can be found at the bottom of this page.
Health Risks of VOC's:
VOC's can cause respiratory, allergic, or immune effects...
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Tech note from EcoSensors
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Hydrazine:
Other Names
Diamine, Diazine
Chemical Formula
N 2 H 4
CAS Number
302 – 01 – 2
Industry Uses
Pharmaceuticals; Rocket Propellant; Polymer Foams
Health Risks
Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory system; Dizziness and Headaches; Organ Damage
Vapor Pressure
14.4 mmHg...
Hydrogen Chloride:
Other Names
Hydrochloric Acid; Muriatic Acid
Chemical Formula
HCl
CAS Number
7647-01-0
Industry Uses
Chemistry Laboratories; Fertilizers; Cleaners; Dyes
Health Risks
Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory system; Burns and Frostbite
Vapor Pressure
40.5 atm
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Formaldehyde:
Other Names
Methanal, Formalin
Chemical Formula
CH 2 O
CAS Number
50-00-0
Industry Uses
Laboratory Preservative; Textile Manufacturing; Synthesis of plastics and fertilizers
Health Risks
Irritation of eyes, skin, and mucous membranes; Headaches and dizziness
Vapor Pressure
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Mercury:
Other Names
Hydragyrum; Quicksilver
Chemical Formula
Hg
CAS Number
7439 – 97 – 6
Industry Uses
Pharmaceuticals; Chemical Laboratories; Meters; Fluorescent Lighting
Health Risks
Kidney damage, Inflammation; Muscle Tremors
Vapor Pressure
0.0012 mmHg
Water ...
Nitric Oxide:
Other Names
Nitrogen oxide; Nitrogen Monoxide;
Chemical Formula
NO
CAS Number
10102 – 43 – 9
Industry Uses
Chemical Laboratories
Health Risks
Irritation; Organ Damage; Unconsciousness; Death
Vapor Pressure
34.2 atm
Water Solubility
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Nitrogen Dioxide:
Other Names
Chemical Formula
NO 2
CAS Number
10102 – 44 – 0
Industry Uses
Chemical Laboratories; Explosives; Rocket Fuel
Health Risks
Nausea; Irritation; Labored Breathing;
Vapor Pressure
720 mmHg
Water Solubility
Reacts with Water...
Nitrogen Dioxide
Overview:
Other names:
nitrogen oxide, nitro, nitrito, NO 2
Chemical Formula:
NO 2
Mass fractions:
N (nitrogen) 30.4%, O (oxygen) 69.6%
CAS Number:
10102-44-0
Molecular weight:
46.0055 g/mol
Solubility:
reacts in water
Melting point:
-11 o C
Boiling point:
21 o C
Structure di...
