Although aldosterone retains Sodium and water, it induces excretion of Potassium. Potassium can be induced by angiotensin II. Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) ADH is a polypeptide, which is secreted by the hypothalamus, and it is stored in the posterior pituitary gland. ADH is released when water level is low in the blood stream. ADH regulates the body water level by concentrating urine and thereby reducing urine volume.
Gas masks are essential in an evacuation of a biological or chemical disaster. Knowing how to use it properly will increase your chance for survival. There are different types of gas masks, and you should follow the specific instructions for that particular mask.
A half face particulate (air-purifying) mask is generally worn to protect the wearer from dust and paint fumes. A respirator is a device designed to protect the wearer from inhaling harmful dusts, fumes, vapors, or gases. Respirators come in a wide range of types and sizes used by the military, private industry, and the public. Respirators range from relatively inexpensive single-use, disposable masks to more robust reusable models with replaceable cartridges.