Acetone

Acetone is commonly known as a building block in organic chemistry. The organic compound for Acetone is  (CH 3 ) 2 CO. There are many health risks involved with Acetone. Eyes, it can cause a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation and maybe a corneal injury.Skin, dryness, irritation, and inflammation. Could cause problems with the digestive tract, central nervous systems, liver damage and kidney damage. So it could be an assumption that Acetone has many harmful affects on the human body.

Acetone is also used as a household item. Paint thinner, nail polish remover, sanitary cleaner and used for cleaning fiberglass is an example. This chemical is very flammable and evaporates easily and changes into vapor. It is also in tobacco smoke and car exhaust. You can come into contact with Acetone by touching, eye contact, breathing, smelling and drinking.

It is also in the body from the breakdown of fat. Your blood also carries Acetone to all of your organs. However, small amounts of Acetone in your body will not hurt you because your liver breaks it down.

Courtney Reeder