A colorless, pungent-smelling gas at room temperature.
Often leaches out of "new" furniture or flooring (off-gassing), which is why ventilation is critical in new buildings. 🔬 Laboratory Synthesis A colorless, pungent-smelling gas at room temperature
Acts as a precursor for more complex compounds like polyurethane and pentaerythritol. ⚠️ Safety and Health Hazards A colorless, pungent-smelling gas at room temperature
It can be oxidized into formic acid (мравчена киселина). 🏭 Industrial and Everyday Uses A colorless, pungent-smelling gas at room temperature
2CH3OH+O2Ag/Cu2HCHO+2H2O2 cap C cap H sub 3 cap O cap H plus cap O sub 2 2 cap H cap C cap H cap O plus 2 cap H sub 2 cap O
Formaldehyde is classified as a by the IARC. Safety is a major concern:
