Solvents

These solvents, due to their volatility, evaporate into the atmosphere when used.

However, these solvents were identified as carcinogenic.

Once it cools, the agarose solidifies and the optical fibers are selectively removed using solvents.

Chlorofluorocarbons used as refrigerants, in aerosol sprays and as solvents are responsible for the destruction of the ozone, which filters out harmful ultra-violet radiation from the sun. Scientists attribute the rise in global skin cancers and cataracts to the loss of ozone.

Tom's workplace smelled strongly of solvents.

Anhydrous solvents are essential for many sensitive organic reactions.