The German term “Duroplaste” derives from the Latin “durus”, meaning hard. English uses the name thermosets, which reflects how these plastics set permanently during curing. The international standard ISO 472:2013, …
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In hose technology, hose connectors play an important role. They come in as many variants as the hoses they join. They extend, branch or repair hose lines and connect them …
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Determining the density of liquids plays an important role across many industries, for example in beverage and spirits production, the chemical industry, and oil extraction and refining. Density measurement helps …
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Thermal Conduction Simply Explained Alongside thermal radiation and convection, thermal conduction is one of the mechanisms that transfer energy in the form of heat. It is also called conduction or …
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Compression fittings and cutting ring fittings are detachable connections and play an important role in the connection technology of hoses and pipes in order to create leak-free pipe connections. This …
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When hearing the term “halogen,” many people first think of lamps or headlights. However, halogens are found in numerous products we use every day. This article explains what halogens are …
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The two terms adsorption and absorption describe processes that take place at the interface between two phases. In adsorption, gases or liquids—known as adsorbates—adhere to the surface of a solid …
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Among the fundamental tasks in a chemical laboratory are the preparation of solutions and the dilution of existing ones. A solution is defined as a homogeneous mixture of at least …
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In the past, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances were grouped under various terms such as per- and polyfluorinated chemicals, perfluorinated organic compounds, or highly fluorinated substances. In polyfluorinated alkyl substances, hydrogen …
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Nitrogen makes up approximately 78% of the atmosphere. Liquid nitrogen is less commonly encountered in everyday life, yet it is a proven coolant with many advantages. It is relatively inexpensive, …
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