Definition. A metric space is a set X together with a function d (called a metric or distance function) which assigns a real number d (x, y) to every pair x, y X satisfying the properties (or axioms): 1  d (x, y) 0 and d (x, y) = 0 x = y, 2  d (x, y) = d (y, x),
Here are some facts and guidelines about formaldehyde in plywood and OSB that can help you when building a chicken coop: 1  Formaldehyde is used in the binders and resins of some manufactured wood products. 2  Offgassing can be an issue with products containing urea-formaldehyde (UF) resins.
Formaldehyde is one of the most widespread chemicals in the world. It is used in consumer products, such as shampoo, lipstick, toothpaste, vaccines, disinfectants, permanent press clothing, upholstery, liquid coatings, particleboard (PB) and medium density fiberboard (MDF).