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Certain chemical properties make an acid dangerous. For e.g., sulphuric acid has the property of absorbing water. Thus when it spills on the body, it can cause severe burns. Nitric acid similarly is an oxidizing agent. It reacts violently with the skin, muscles and bones to cause lethal damage. Certain other organic acids like citric acid, malic acid, acetic acid (in little concentrations) are not harmful and are edible. They are found in fruits.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agono, not all acids are dangerous because we eat some acids and they dont do us any harm
EMMALINE CASE
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∙ 16y agoNo, there are bases that are just as strong as some of the most powerful acids. Looking at the pH scale, the further away from 7 (neutral) you get on either end, the stronger the acid or base is.There are also many other chemicals, that are neither acids nor bases, that are extremely dangerous! For instance, Mercury is toxic. Other compounds, such as chlorine gas are extremely corrosive and will burn skin and cause severe respiratory problems. Many other compounds are dangerous and can cause problems like cancer and other serious illness if exposed to even small amounts.
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∙ 14y agoAcids are not all dangerous. There are many examples of weak acids. Vinegar is acetic acid, and citrus fruits have citric acid in them. Both these acids can be ingested in quantities consistent with their use in the diet without ill effects.
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∙ 10y agoNo. Many acids are harmless in low concentrations. Vinegar, a dilute solution of acetic acid, is a a common household substance that you can actually put on food. Carbonic acid is a componnent of all fizzy drinks. Some bases such as magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) are used to treat upset stomachs.
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-Corrosive substances cause harm to tissues such as skin, eyes, mucous membranes and breathing passages. Acids and bases have corrosive properties. ... Any acids or bases may cause damage if they are in concentrated solutions. Strong acids and bases can be corrosive even in dilute concentrations.
-In general, more damage occurs with higher pH chemicals. ... Acid burns result from chemicals with a low pH and are usually less severe than alkali burns because they do not penetrate into the eye as readily as alkaline substances. The exception is a hydrofluoric acid burn, which is as dangerous as an alkali burn.
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∙ 11y agoacid can be dangerous because it can burn you
Taha Mirza
no cause vinigar is an acid and we eat it
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∙ 13y agoDepends on the situation...
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∙ 12y agoMany acids and bases are dangerous.
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Are acids dangerous in concentrated forms?
Many acids are dangerous in concentrated form because they are corrosive. Some acids can also be dangerous in dilute form.
Are dilute acids or concentrated acids more hazardous?
Concentrated acids are more dangerous in generally, but some dilute acids can still be dangerous as well.
Why do some acids not contain oxygen?
some acids dont contain oxygen because some acids are already dangerous enough without the power of the oxygen but most of the time oxygen is in acids
Why are some acids not dangerous?
Some acids are not dangerous because they aren't strong acids. The strength of an acid/base is measured on the pH scale. The closer to 7 the weaker. Under 7, is an acid and above 7 is a base. If something has a pH of 1 then it is a dangerous acid, while acid with a pH of 6.5 are not dangerous for example.
Is acid safe?
Some acids are safe and some acids aren't safe. A few safe acids would be lemon juice, and orange juice. A more dangerous acid is hydrochloric acid. Though it is located in the stomach it is still dangerous without the proper protection.
Are acids dangerous in concentrated forms?
Many acids are dangerous in concentrated form because they are corrosive. Some acids can also be dangerous in dilute form.
Are dilute acids or concentrated acids more hazardous?
Concentrated acids are more dangerous in generally, but some dilute acids can still be dangerous as well.
What is the purpose of handling acids with safety?
Your eyes or skin can damage easily with some dangerous acids.
Why do some acids not contain oxygen?
some acids dont contain oxygen because some acids are already dangerous enough without the power of the oxygen but most of the time oxygen is in acids
Why are some acids not dangerous?
Some acids are not dangerous because they aren't strong acids. The strength of an acid/base is measured on the pH scale. The closer to 7 the weaker. Under 7, is an acid and above 7 is a base. If something has a pH of 1 then it is a dangerous acid, while acid with a pH of 6.5 are not dangerous for example.
Is acid safe?
Some acids are safe and some acids aren't safe. A few safe acids would be lemon juice, and orange juice. A more dangerous acid is hydrochloric acid. Though it is located in the stomach it is still dangerous without the proper protection.
Are acids more dangerous when diluted than concentrated?
Concentrated acids are more dangerous.
What are some of the dangerous chemicals in drugs?
rat poison battery acids nicotine tar toilet cleanser
Why are some acids are dangerous than others?
becouse they have different properties which allow them to perform cetrtain work
Are alkalis and acids dangerous?
Acids and alkalis with a high pH (1 or 2 for acids and 14 or 15 for alkalis) can be dangerous, like hydrochloric acid which can cause damage to the skin if contact with the acid is made. Acids and alkalis with a low pH (5 for acids and 11 for alkalis) aren't dangerous, as vinegar is an acid with that pH and toothpaste is an alkali.
What can acid do to you?
burn through your skinkill youany thing dangerous!!!!!!!!Some acids can be very corrosive, toxic, explosive, flmmable.
Why is erusic acid dangerous?
Well many concentrated acids are dangerous, mostly corrosive, or poisonous.
