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ABSORBENT POWDER [1 record]

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Record 1 2022-04-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • General Scientific and Technical Vocabulary
CONT

When spills [of body fluids] occur, do not mop or wipe the fluid; instead, use an absorbent powder ... or paper towels to remove as much as possible before disinfecting. When using an absorbent powder, the liquid will solidify and then can be scooped up.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Vocabulaire technique et scientifique général
CONT

Les poudres absorbantes sont principalement utilisées lors de dégâts tels que des vomissures. Ces poudres sont déversées sur les résidus liquides à ramasser et les absorbent en se gélifiant, ce qui facilite le ramassage.

Spanish

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