Manifestations of superheating:
(1) "bumping" and violent rocking of the container
(2) explosive boil over
The stimulus capable of triggering the violent release may be as simple as adding something to the mixture.
Complications that may occur if the fluid boils over:
(1) eye burns
(2) skin burns
(3) fire
(4) glass cuts
Risk factors for superheating:
(1) uneven heating
(2) viscous fluid
(3) failure to stir
(4) no physical agent to aid boiling
Ways to reduce the risk of superheating:
(1) apply heat evenly so there are no "hot" spots
(2) stir the fluid while heating
(3) provide a physical agent to aid boiling
(4) boil fluids in a safety hood with personal protection
Physical agents to aid boiling:
(1) boiling stone
(2) glass beads
(3) stirring rod or wooden applicator stick
(4) magnetic stirring bar
