(1) Runny watery eyes, conjunctivitis, matter formation and sticky lids all respond well to simple bathing in weak boracic solution three times daily.

(2) Only the powder is effective since the boracic acid works when it is picked up by the sticky pads on the bottom of the feet of the cockroach.

(3) For this reason Jackie always adds boracic acid or borax to the spice and glue mix.

(4) Sprinkle the boracic acid powder over the injured part and bandage.

(5) By then several boracic fluxes had been developed for assaying metal ores.