I wonder why it says to have it in a well-ventilated area though. If it shouldn't be exposed to air at all, the air quality shouldn't matter, right? It's beside a window with some vinyl sheets on it which I think release toxic fumes.
How do you know it works?
I think chemicals in general should be stored in well ventilated areas so no dangerous or toxic gases etc. can build up.
SN is a good oxidizer when concentrated; it aids in combustion; hence, the need for ventilation.
So just to prevent fire hazard? But would it degrade with bad air / poor ventilation?
Yes, to prevent fire hazards. No, it will not degrade as long as it is properly sealed away from O2. Shelf life is around 3 years. Metal containers are fine, just store away from heat. Finally, do not reuse containers previously stored with SN.
You are fine as the ambient temperature would remain at a constant temperature. Remember that your AC will moderate the environment near a band of temperatures. No worries here. Cheers.
Okay, same thing with the heater, right? When it was on last winter the temperature in my room would shoot up like 5+ degrees even though the central heating system was only raising it 1 degree.
Sorry, last questions hopefully. I know I'm annoying. To confirm, the AC/heater vent is almost right above where it's being stored but that's still not considered being near a direct source of heat?
Well it's been in that position for a couple months already. Do you think it's okay? I did my best to block the window from the drawer with some boxes and there's not really UV rays shining directly on it but there is some sunlight around it.
