Chemistry
Inert Atmosphere Gloveboxes for Handling Air-Sensitive Compounds
Quick fact
Modern gloveboxes can maintain oxygen and moisture levels below 1 part per million (ppm), which is more than a thousand times drier and more oxygen-free than the ambient air you breathe.
Why this is interesting
A tiny amount of oxygen or water can destroy a precious compound in seconds—so how do chemists keep them out? An inert atmosphere glovebox is the answer, and it's more than just a fancy box.