Chemistry - importance of chemistry in cleanliness
Chemistry plays a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness through various cleaning products. These include oven and drain cleaners, laundry powder, floor polish, paint thinners, pesticides, and grease removers, among others.
Chemistry - importance of chemistry in cleanliness
Cleaning products
Effect on us
Solution:
1. Choosing products that do not contain VOC(volatile organic compound).
2. Choosing products labeld “Green”.
3. Using warm water and soap.
These products effect on our bodies by headache, respiratory problem, and allergic reaction.
Oven cleaner, laundry powder, floor polish, and paint thinners etc..
Effect on the environment
Alternatives solution: Green seal, Canada’s environmental choice program, New American Dream, State programs
1. 6.2 billions pound of chemical are produced by these products.
2. Hazardous waste due to its corrosivity
Examples
• Oven and drain cleaners
• Laundry powder
• Floor polish
• Paint thinners, strippers and removers
• Pesticides
• Grease and rust removers
• Motor oil and fuel additives
• Arts and craft supplies
Categories
• Air fresheners
• Bathroom and tile cleaners
• Dusting aids
• Fabric protectants
• Floor polishes/waxes
• Furniture maintenance products (aerosols)
• General purpose cleaners
• Glass cleaners
