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fume hood

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fume hood [′fyüm ‚hu̇d]
(chemistry)
A fume-collection device over an enclosed shelf or table, so that experiments involving poisonous or unpleasant fumes or gases may be conducted away from the experimental area.

fume hood
A partial enclosure through which air is drawn to remove gases and odors within the enclosed area.


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Prepare a hot plate in a fume hood and set the temperature to 100[degrees]C.
In the Pellet Drying/Glycerin Heating room the fume hood and sprinkler head on the ceiling appeared to be covered with dust and dirt, and chipping paint was also observed on the sprinkler head.
In the Pellet Drying/Glycerin Heating room the fume hood and sprinkler head on the ceiling appeared to be covered with dust and dirt, and chipping paint was also observed on the sprinkler head.
 
 
 
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