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Fume hood  

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  • 1. A hood in which to conduct experiments that give off poisonous fumes that vents them to a non-enclosed environment. (Ontobee, Chemical Methods Ontology). 2. A fume hood (sometimes called a fume cupboard or fume closet, not to be confused with Extractor hood) is a type of local exhaust ventilation device that is designed to prevent users from being exposed to hazardous fumes, vapors, and dusts. (Wikipedia). 3. A fume hood is an enclosure that safely contains and ventilates hazardous fumes, vapors, gases, and dust generated by chemical processes performed in the fume hood. Sometimes called a chemical hood or a lab hood, a fume hood protects workers from inhalation of hazardous substances. In a fume hood, proper maintenance and airflow monitoring are crucial for ensuring safety and compliance. (https://www.besttechnologyinc.com). 4. A fume hood is a ventilated enclosure in which gases, vapors and fumes are captured and removed from the work area. An exhaust fan situated on the top of the laboratory building pulls air and airborne contaminants through connected ductwork and exhausts them to the atmosphere. (https://ehs.princeton.edu)

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