Liquid Nitrogen Safety USDA液氮安全美国农业部.pptVIP

Safe Handling and Use of Liquid Nitrogen Characteristics of Nitrogen 78% of Atmosphere Colorless, Odorless, Tasteless and Nontoxic Boils at -320 degrees Fahrenheit (-196 C) Non-Flammable WILL NOT SUPPORT LIFE Gas is slightly lighter than air Liquid Nitrogen Facts 1 cubic foot of liquid nitrogen will expand to 696 cubic feet of 100% gaseous nitrogen at 70° F The nitrogen gas can displace the oxygen in the area, leading to asphyxiation Cryogenic liquids should always be stored in well-ventilated spaces Oxygen Deficiency Liquid nitrogen, when returned to the gaseous state, can displace oxygen