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[Post New] 6 Feb 2012 16:41:35 IST
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what happens to formalin when exposed to air?
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[Post New] 6 Feb 2012 20:14:42 IST
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formalin is 40% aqueous solution of formaldehyde so on exposing it to air its oxidation will take place
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[Post New] 6 Feb 2012 20:15:03 IST
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thus forming formic acid
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[Post New] 7 Feb 2012 20:39:18 IST
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 Slow oxidation to formic acid.
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