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formaldehyde A colorless liquid with a distinctive odor, classified as a volatile organic compound because it can be emitted as a gas from certain solids and liquids, even at room temperature. Almost every building component contains formaldehyde in some amount. It is used as a component in glues and adhesives, and in paints and other coatings. Some claim it is a cause of sick building syndrome. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| It was fixed in 10% buffered formalin and embedded in paraffin. Introduced by Dubuisson and Dennis in 1977, the formalin test is used widely to evaluate analgesic drugs, and it is well known as an animal model of tonic inflammatory pain. While we wait for more of these products to hit the market, Guard is still a proponent of using formalin in footbaths due to efficacy and low cost. |
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