Silica gel Applications: "Silica gel is a granular and porous form of silicon dioxide manufactured synthetically from sodium silicate". It is a gel usually found within a small breathable bags that we can find in many of the objects we buy or they give us, for example, shoes, electronics, handbags, etc ... The gel is used to remove up to 40 % moisture and evitar the Deterior of certain goods. You can also take advantage of alternative uses for certain. - Prevent musty smell: You can prevent the typical musty smell of wet clothes and saved a couple of bags of silicon. For example you can carry in your gym bag to prevent moisture generated in the towel. - In the trunk of the car: Another easy way to prevent odor when you leave wet stuff in the trunk.- The camera lens sometimes happens fogging and can be damaged by continuous changes of heat. So I always advise putting a couple of bags of silica gel in the camera bag and spare you such problems. - Another example related to photography, are the very old photographs we have at home, if you put a bag or silica gel avoid deterioration by moisture. - Slowsnte silver oxide in: If you have a silver plate, place a couple of bags of silica gel in the drawer and avoid rust.