Can clothes be left in the car for a long time?
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Yes. Additional information: The following items should not be left in the car: 1. Plastic water bottles: Special attention should be paid when using plastic products, as vinegar, cleaning agents, direct sunlight, and high temperatures can cause chemical reactions. These reactions mainly release ethylene monomers. 2. Perfume: The angular bottle can refract sunlight, leading to explosions. 3. Fire extinguishers: Over time, the pressure decreases until it reaches zero. 4. Lighters: The principle of lighter explosions is similar to that of liquefied gas tanks, where compressed liquid gas inside intensifies vaporization as temperature rises, increasing internal pressure. When the lighter's walls can no longer withstand the pressure, it explodes. 5. Batteries, power banks, etc.: Impact or deformation can compress the internal liquid electrolyte, even causing the separator to fail directly, leading to a short circuit between the positive and negative terminals. This generates a large internal current, releasing massive heat, vaporizing the electrolyte, and causing an explosion. 6. Reading glasses, magnifying glasses, etc.
I used to frequently help my family with laundry and noticed that leaving clothes in the car for extended periods isn't ideal. The temperature fluctuations inside a car are extreme—during summer, the interior can exceed 50°C under direct sunlight, while in winter, it's cold and humid, leading to condensation. Clothes stored in such conditions are prone to mold and unpleasant odors, especially cotton or wool garments, which absorb moisture easily and can harbor bacteria, potentially causing skin allergies when worn. I became particularly concerned about my children's clothes if they were accidentally left behind, so I developed a habit of checking and removing them every time I exited the car. If temporary storage is necessary, opt for heat-resistant synthetic fibers placed in a bag, but never leave them for more than a day.
