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Common chemicals
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==Common chemicals and where to find them==
Where can an average student with little to no budget find common chemical component for home use?  The following table, compiled from an archive of old chemistry textbooks, lists the household equivalents of chemicals which would ordinarily need to be purchased in large quantity from a chemical supply house.  While sources such as the Anarchist's Cookbook have given amature chemistry hobbiests a bad name in recents years, there are many legitimate uses for the following chemicals: science fairs, homemade cleaning solvents (for silver and copper), ceramic glazes for potters, etc.  

Be aware that substances here may not be perfect substitutes.  Before conducting an experiment, double check data found here against other sources.⏎
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== A word on safety ==
This is not an article on the safty proceedures you should follow while working with chemicals; however, if you are new to chemistry, there are a few basic guidelines you should keep in mind:

* '''Always, ALWAYS protect your eyes when combining anything more potent than eggs and flower.  ALWAYS.

* '''Always make certain chemicals are clearly labeled before, during and after use.  Many chemicals can cause serious injury if ingested accidentally.
(contracted; show full)| colspan="4" align="left" | '''Notes:''' Also called "Killed acid," Zinc Chloride can be created by disolving a zinc small amount of zinc in Hydrochloric acid.  Used for cleaning copper. 
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== Helpful Links ==
== References ==
[http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307135748 The Golden Book of Chemistry], 1960

[[Category:Chemistry]]