and how dangerous is it when used as a rooting hormone?
2007-06-21 13:56:25 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
There is nothing particularly unstable about it. Keep it in a WELL CLOSED bottle in a cool dry location away from sunlight; it should last for years. Note this material smells very pukey, be careful not to spill it in the house! The material is not particularly poisonous, (material is described in reference as having "low toxicity") but I would still suggest keeping it away from young children!
2007-06-21 14:12:02 · answer #1 · answered by Flying Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Butyric acid is quite stable. Stinky like rotten cheese… but stable. And relatively safe to handle.
I had not heard of it being used as a rooting agent. Most rooting agents are easily oxidized and have limited shelf lives. Example sodium Butyate would oxidize to butyric acid. The acid is quite stable from an ambient oxidation stand point.
2007-06-21 21:05:31 · answer #2 · answered by James H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋