Paraffin Wax 1kg
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Fully refined paraffin wax is a type of wax that has undergone a refining process to remove impurities and unwanted components. It is a white, odorless, and tasteless wax that is solid at room temperature and has a relatively low melting point.
The refining process involves several steps, including solvent extraction, deoiling, and bleaching. Solvent extraction involves dissolving the crude wax in a solvent, which separates the wax from other components such as oil and grease. Deoiling involves removing any remaining oil and grease from the wax through vacuum distillation. Bleaching involves removing any remaining color or odor from the wax through the use of chemical agents.
Fully refined paraffin wax is commonly used in a variety of applications, including candle making, coating materials, packaging, and cosmetics. Its properties, such as its low melting point and ability to retain fragrance and color, make it a popular choice in these industries
Uses of Paraffin Wax
Embedding Medium:
Paraffin wax is commonly used in histology (the study of tissue) to embed tissue samples before slicing them thinly for microscopic examination. The wax supports the tissue structure and allows for precise sectioning.
Sealing:
It can be used to seal containers or tubes in experiments where airtight or watertight conditions are necessary, such as in environmental testing or chemical reactions.
Heating Baths:
Paraffin wax can serve as a medium for heating baths due to its ability to melt at relatively low temperatures and maintain a stable heat level. This is useful in experiments requiring consistent and controlled heating.
Modeling and Prototyping:
In some cases, paraffin wax is used in mold-making or prototyping due to its ability to solidify quickly and capture intricate details.
Calibration:
In calibration procedures, paraffin wax can be used as a reference material for temperature testing and calibration of thermometers and other temperature-sensitive equipment.
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- Occurrence: Acetaldehyde can be found naturally in various ripe fruits, coffee, and heated milk. It is also produced by the oxidation of ethanol (alcohol) by enzymes in the liver and other tissues in humans, making it an intermediate product in alcohol metabolism.
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Properties
- Color: Red to purplish-red.
- Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol.
- Staining Characteristics: Stains chromatin and cytoplasmic components, providing contrast for better visualization under a microscope.
Preparation
- Ingredients:
- Carmine dye: A natural red dye extracted from the cochineal insect.
- Acetic acid: A colorless liquid organic compound with a pungent smell.
- Procedure:
- Dissolve a specific amount of carmine powder in hot distilled water.
- Add glacial acetic acid to the solution.
- Filter the mixture to remove any undissolved particles.
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Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Colorless, transparent crystals or white powder.
- Solubility: Soluble in water but insoluble in alcohol.
- Melting Point: Decomposes at high temperatures before melting.
Chemical Properties:
- Molecular Formula: KAl(SOā)āĀ·12HāO
- Molecular Weight: 474.39 g/mol (for the dodecahydrate form)
- Acidity: It is slightly acidic in aqueous solution.
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