xiv GENERAL DIRECTIONS OP WORK 



flame. Heat them on the steam, water, or electric bath. Have 

 no lights near when pouring ether, acetone, benzine, or toluene 

 from one vessel to another. In case of fire, if in a dish or flask, 

 cover it with a wet towel, by doing this you shut out oxygen, which 

 is necessary for the maintenance of the fire. Water may be added 

 to an alcohol or acetone fire. 



