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Is bromine essential for life?

Joe Ford

Is bromine essential for life?

Bromine – an element with atomic number 35 and the chemical symbol Br – is the 28th chemical element essential for tissue development in humans and all other animals, says a team of researchers led by Prof Billy Hudson of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

What do humans use bromine for?

Bromine is used in many areas such as agricultural chemicals, dyestuffs, insecticides, pharmaceuticals and chemical intermediates. Bromine compounds can be used as flame retardants. They are added to furniture foam, plastic casings for electronics and textiles to make them less flammable.

What is bromine good for?

Bromine is found naturally in the earth’s crust and in seawater in various chemical forms. Bromine can also be found as an alternative to chlorine in swimming pools. Products containing bromine are used in agriculture and sanitation and as fire retardants (chemicals that help prevent things from catching fire).

Is hot tub water bad for dogs to drink?

Dogs do not sweat, so they cool themselves off by panting. Inside a hot tub, the water is too warm for this to be effective, and they can quickly overheat. While 102℉ is perfect for a human, if a pet is in the water, it should not be warmer than 85-90℉. The chemicals in the water are also dangerous for your pets.

Can I put my dog in a hot tub?

The chemicals used to keep the hot tub clean may irritate or dry out your dog’s skin. Keep your dog safe. If you have a small dog, they can easily drown in a hot tub. many small breeds can’t reach the seat and may tire in the high temperatures.

Do inflatable hot tubs burst?

No. Inflatable hot tubs are not very easy to pop. They are typically made from 3-ply vinyl to resist tearing.

Is chlorine OK for dogs?

According to the CDC, chlorinated water is safe for both humans and dogs to drink in concentrations up to 4 milligrams per liter. The recommended level of chlorine in pools and tubs is 1-3 milligrams per liter, so your dog should be fine if they ingest some of the pool water.