I have an old glass thermometer that is close to getting broke and its the type that uses mercury. Where can i go to dispose of it? Also what can i do to dispose of it safely?
2007-10-15 04:13:47 · 3 answers · asked by porschegt 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
You could put it in a secure plastic bag with flowers of sulphur, if you wish, if it's near breaking & take it to your local
evironmental company who will dispose of it safely.
2007-10-15 04:27:42 · answer #1 · answered by BB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They make a underarm thermometer. so as it really is continually a option. With my daughter I continually do a rectal thermometer... because it really is the most precise at the same time as it is composed of getting their temp. I in basic terms examine her temp, at the same time as i'm replacing her diaper. If i pick to envision it straight away i take advantage of a digital thermometer less than her arm.
2016-10-21 05:01:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
take your mercury thermometer to a municipal or provincial household hazardous waste collection facility. You can find more information about local waste collections from your provincial environment ministry or local health department, located in the government listings in the phone book
2007-10-15 04:17:29 · answer #3 · answered by Leo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋