Question

NAPTHALENE BALLS ARE CALLED MOTH BALLS. EXPLAIN.​

Answer 1

• Mothballs, moth flakes, crystals, and bars are insecticides. They come in a solid form that slowly gives off a toxic gas that kills clothes moths and other insects. Mothballs in the U.S. contain very high concentrations of the chemical naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene as active ingredients.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

Mothballs are commonly made of naphthalene or para- dichlorobenzene, both of which are toxic to humans. These chemicals are solids at room temperature and are made into round balls, flakes or cakes that slowly change to a gas and become fumes in the air.These repel moths. So these are also called mothballs.

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