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Burns can be caused by extreme heat, extreme cold, chemicals, electricity, ... A first-degree burn is one that affects only the uppermost layer of the skin, ... With radiation, the melanin cells spread melanin in the skin to block ... Chemical burns can occur with the application of acids, strong alkali (such as lye), or other agents.

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