CMI researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory conducted the activity for this highlight
Achievement
First place secured at the Safety Art Festival (SAFEST) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) by a safety poster designed by students and CMI researchers.
Significance and Impact
- Poster highlights the risks associated with nitric acid and the necessary precautions for its disposal.
- Nitric acid is a strong oxidant and should not be mixed with organics to prevent gas build-up and potential container rupture.
- Nitric acid waste should be segregated into separate containers.
- Aqua regia is a mixture of concentrated nitric and hydrochloric acids and should only be managed by trained personnel.
- Poster was crafted under the guidance and mentorship of CMI researchers, enhancing educational outreach on chemical safety.
Hub Target Addressed
Training the critical materials workforce of the future.