why acetylene cylenders always keep in upright position?

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Accepted Answer

Acetylene cylinders are kept in an upright position to prevent the acetone inside from leaking.

Keeping acetylene cylinders upright prevents the acetone from coming into contact with the porous material inside the cylinder.
Acetone is used as a solvent to stabilize acetylene gas, and it is stored in a porous material to prevent the gas from becoming unstable.
If the cylinder is not kept upright, the acetone can leak out, causing the acetylene gas to become unstable and potentially explosive.
By keeping the cylinders upright, the risk of leakage and potential hazards are minimized.

Accepted Answer

To avoid acetone leakage from the cylenders.

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