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A whiff of pool water—often described as the smell of chlorine—can stir happy thoughts of summer. However, if strong enough, “pool smell” can signify a source of irritation to the eyes, lungs and skin of swimmers.
Chemistry isn’t just a course requirement – it’s a key part of many of the items students use throughout the school day. Chemical compounds help create durable and reliable school supplies, clothes, sports equipment and classroom learning aids.
Most people probably wouldn’t want to go swimming in a giant, germ-filled petri dish. But without modern chemistry, that’s what swimming in pools could be like.
As summer is underway and you’re enjoying the great outdoors, it’s important to use sunscreen to help protect your skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. One of the main ingredients in mineral sunscreen is titanium dioxide Titanium dioxide is also a key component of an array of skincare and personal care products like lotion, soap, shampoo, and deodorant. Read on to learn more about titanium dioxide in personal care products.
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