The applications of Aluminum oxide
Aluminium oxide (IUPAC name) or aluminum oxide (American English) is also known as Alumina. It is a chemical compound of aluminium and oxygen with the chemical formula Al2O3. It is the most commonly o
Sep 24,2019 Inorganic chemistrySalt marshes' capacity to sink carbon may be threatened by nitrogen pollution
However, a new study indicates that a common pollutant of coastal waters, nitrate, stimulates the decomposition of organic matter in salt marsh sediments that normally would have remained stable over
Sep 24,2019 Inorganic chemistryAscorbyl Glucoside Skin Care Benefits
Ascorbyl Glucoside is a water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. It is much more stable in water but it is less potent than direct L-Ascorbic Acid. Being more compatible with water allows for a very ple
Sep 24,2019 Analytical ChemistrySalmonella causing bloodstream infections in central Africa
The study, published today (19 September 2019) in Nature Communications, was conducted by researchers from the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp, the Institut National de Recherche Biomé
Sep 24,2019 Biochemical EngineeringThe advantages and applications of Aluminum Nitride
Aluminum Nitride (AlN), a covalently-bonded ceramic, is synthesized from the abundant elements aluminum and nitrogen. It does not occur naturally.AlN is stable in inert atmospheres at temperatures ove
Sep 23,2019 Inorganic chemistryThe uses of N-methylaniline
N-methylaniline appears as a colorless to brown viscous liquid. Insoluble in water and denser than water. Contact may irritate skin, eyes and mucous membranes.It is used to make other chemicals.
Sep 23,2019 Organic ChemistryThe role of vitamin A in diabetes
There are no unnecessary surface receptors in human cells. They all serve a purpose but which, in many cases, is still unknown and because of that they are called "orphan" receptors. When we discovere
Sep 23,2019 APIVitamin D study sheds light on immune system effects
Scientists have uncovered fresh insights into how vitamin D affects the immune system and might influence susceptibility to diseases such as multiple sclerosis.Vitamin D is produced by the body in res
Sep 23,2019 APIProducing graphene from carbon dioxide
The general public knows the chemical compound of carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas in the atmosphere and because of its global-warming effect. However, carbon dioxide can also be a useful raw materi
Sep 23,2019 Inorganic chemistryFlame retardants -- from plants
Flame retardants are present in thousands of everyday items, from clothing to furniture to electronics. Although these substances can help prevent fire-related injuries and deaths, they could have har
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