Styrene(Polystyrene) Gas Hazards
Styrene is a colorless liquid that has a sweet smell that evaporate easily in its pur form, styrene has sweet smell, Manufactured styrene may contain aldehyde , which give it a sharp unpleasant odor Large amounts of styrene are produces in the united states . small amount are produced naturally bt plants , bacteria , and fungi . Styrene is also present in combustion products such as Cigarette smoke and automobile exhaust .
styrene is widely used to make plastics and rubber . Consumption product containing styrene include
1.Packing materials
2.Insulation for electrical uses
Breakdown of styrene : Styrne is quickly broken down in the air usually within 1.2 days
Long term exposure to styrene can cause following Effect :
- Central nervous system and kidney effect.
- Headaches
- Depression
- fatigue and weakness
- Hearing loss
- Balance and concentration problems
- cancer
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