Eyes can be damaged by solid, liquid, powder or aerosol chemicals. Chemical injuries that happen in the home are most likely to be caused by soaps, disinfectants, solvents, cosmetics, drain cleaners, oven cleaners, ammonia and bleach. In agricultural settings, fertilizers or pesticides can cause eye damage. In industry, many irritating chemicals and solvents can injure the eye.
alligator clip. noun, Electricity. 1. a type of terminal for making temporary electrical connections, consisting of a cliplike device with long, narrow jaws that resemble those of an alligator. Also called alligator clamp.
Hose clamp. For a long clamp with a pipe as an integral component, see Pipe clamp. Screw/band hose clamps. A hose clamp or hose clip is a device used to attach and seal a hose onto a fitting such as a barb or nipple.