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Accumulated substances that might cause coma include ammonia due to liver disease, ketones due to uncontrolled Diabetes, or carbon dioxide due to a severe Asthma attack.

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What two substances cause corrosion?

Two common substances that cause corrosion are oxygen and moisture. When these substances come into contact with metal, they can cause a chemical reaction that leads to the breakdown of the metal over time.


Substances that cause the oxidation of other substances are?

Substances that cause the oxidation of other substances are known as oxidizing agents. These agents accept electrons from other substances, causing them to become oxidized while the agent itself gets reduced. Examples of oxidizing agents include oxygen, chlorine, and hydrogen peroxide.


What is the difference between harmful and irritant i dont know that's why i asked it...?

Harmful substances have the potential to cause serious damage or injury to individuals, such as toxicity or long-term health effects. Irritant substances, on the other hand, may cause temporary discomfort or irritation, but generally do not cause severe harm or long-lasting effects. An irritant can cause redness, itching, or inflammation of the skin, eyes, or respiratory system.


What are the differences between corrosive and acidic substances in terms of their effects on materials and living organisms?

Corrosive substances can cause damage by breaking down materials through chemical reactions, while acidic substances specifically have a low pH level and can also cause harm by corroding materials and potentially harming living organisms. Acidic substances are a type of corrosive substance, but not all corrosive substances are acidic.


Are corrosive and alkaline both alkaline?

No, corrosive and alkaline are not the same. Alkaline substances have a pH greater than 7, while corrosive substances can cause damage or destruction through chemical reaction. Some corrosive substances can be alkalis, but not all corrosive substances are alkaline.

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Can abuse of alcohol put you in a coma?

Yes, alcohol abuse can put you in a coma in several different ways. At high enough levels it will induce a coma by itself. It also can cause vitamin deficiencies that can affect brain function. It can cause other metabolic problems such as bleeding, pancreatitis, low glucose, electrolyte abnormalities, abnormal heart rhythms and other problems that can cause comas.


What is the cause of death of Mark McCormack?

heart attack then in coma for three months.


Liver disease and the nervous system?

That disease is called as hepatic coma. When the liver fails to eliminate the ammonia from the blood, the patient go into coma. You have to give antibiotic neomycin to kill the intestinal flora in such patients, along with low protein diet.