Most protozoa living in the environment are not harmful, except for the disease-producing protozoa that we’ll talk about soon. Many types of protozoa are even beneficial in the environment because they help make it more productive. They improve the quality of water by eating bacteria and other particles. How doRead More →
Yes, it’s more likely that therapy will do good than do harm. But the dark secret in the mental health world is that therapy can cause harm. People who’ve been to a bad therapist can tell you: bad therapy is worse than no therapy at all. Sometimes “bad therapy” isRead More →
Archaea, he argues, may be responsible for some diseases with no known causes, such as Crohn’s disease, arthritis, lupus and gingivitis, to name some of the better known on his list. Can eubacteria cause disease? Infectious diseases can be caused by: Bacteria. These one-cell organisms are responsible for illnesses suchRead More →
The Clean Air Act aims to improve air quality by limiting the amount of VOCs manufacturers can include in paint and other products. Under this act, the EPA limits paint to no more than 250 grams of VOCs per liter of flat paint and no more than 380 grams perRead More →
A pencil’s core, aka the “lead,” isn’t actually lead at all. It’s mostly a non-toxic mineral called graphite, which is in a powdered form and mixed together with water and clay. Hundreds of years ago, raw graphite was the only ingredient used inside of pencils. When did they stop usingRead More →
The bottom line. Research shows that filtering the air can indeed help to remove harmful particles from indoor spaces, particularly allergens, smoke, and mold. Still, air purifiers work best in conjunction with proper filtration and home cleaning techniques. What are the side effects of air purifier? Specific effects may includeRead More →
Sunscreen topical Side Effects Acne. burning, itching, or stinging of the skin. early appearance of redness or swelling of the skin. late appearance of rash with or without weeping blisters that become crusted, especially in sun-exposed areas, and may extend to unexposed areas of the skin. pain in hairy areas.Read More →
The carcinogenic effect of MW irradiation is typically manifested after long term (up to 10 years and more) exposure. Is it bad to stand in front of the microwave? Yes, you can stand a safe distance in front of the microwave. Microwave ovens are designed to keep in radiation. …Read More →
Calcium stearate is produced by heating stearic acid and calcium oxide: … Unlike soaps containing sodium and potassium, calcium stearate is insoluble in water and does not lather well. Commercially it is sold as a 50% dispersion in water or as a spray dried powder. What is calcium stearate usedRead More →
Almost any fruits, and many vegetables, are safe treats for healthy horses. Apples and carrots are traditional favorites. … Most horses will chew these treats before swallowing, but horses that gulp large pieces of a fruit or vegetable have a risk of choking. Remember to cut treats into smaller piecesRead More →