Product Description
CARBOL XYLENE For Microscopy is a laboratory-grade clearing agent primarily used in microscopy for tissue sample preparation. It is a colorless, clear liquid with an aromatic sweet odor, composed of xylene (isomers ortho-, meta-, and para-) and carbolic acid. This highly pure product, with a purity of typically 99%, is volatile, flammable, and an aromatic hydrocarbon, stored in tightly closed containers in a well-ventilated area. With a molecular weight of 106.17 g/mol and a density of 0.86 g/cm3, it exhibits properties suitable for histology and cytology applications due to its miscibility in organic solvents. CARBOL XYLENE is insoluble in water, showcases a refractive rate of 1.497, and has a shelf life of approximately 1 year under appropriate storage conditions.
FAQs of CARBOL XYLENE For Microscopy:
Q: What is the primary application of CARBOL XYLENE For Microscopy?
A: CARBOL XYLENE is primarily used as a clearing agent for tissue samples in microscopy, histology, and cytology applications.
Q: What is the physical form of CARBOL XYLENE?
A: CARBOL XYLENE is a colorless clear liquid with an aromatic sweet odor.
Q: Is CARBOL XYLENE poisonous?
A: Yes, CARBOL XYLENE is poisonous.
Q: What is the storage recommendation for CARBOL XYLENE?
A: It is advised to store CARBOL XYLENE in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in tightly closed containers away from heat or open flames.
Q: What is the purity level of CARBOL XYLENE?
A: CARBOL XYLENE typically has a purity of 99%.