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HCL is an acid.
Concentrated hydrochloric acid (fuming hydrochloric acid) forms acidic mists. Both the mist and the solution have a corrosive effect on human tissue, with the potential to damage respiratory organs, eyes, skin, and intestines. Upon mixing hydrochloric acid with common oxidation chemicals, such as sodium hypochlorite (bleach, NaClO) or Potassium permanganate (KMnO4), the toxic gas chlorine is produced.
NaClO + 2 HCl → H2O + NaCl + Cl2
2 KMnO4 + 16 HCl → 2 MnCl2 + 8 H2O + 2 KCl + 5 Cl2
Personal protective equipment such as rubber or PVC gloves, protective eye goggles, and chemical-resistant clothing and shoes are used to minimize risks when handling hydrochloric acid.
In short:
It's irritative and corrosive.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 9y agoOne chief concern when working with HCl is chemical burn to exposed skin. Another is the reaction of HCl with other chemicals in the working area. HCl is extremely reactive.
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∙ 13y agoUlcers are cause by Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) and pepsin which can be found inside our stomach and duodenal parts of our digestive system.
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