corrosive chemical

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corrosive
adjective
uk
/kəˈrəʊ.sɪv/us
/kəˈroʊ.sɪv/
A corrosive substance causes damage by ...
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chemical
noun[C]
uk
/ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/us
/ˈkem.ɪ.kəl/
any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms ...
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Acorrosivechemical, typically slaked lime, was contained in a pair of cups with decaying bottoms, "e.g.", of paper.
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Diethylamine is acorrosivechemicaland contact with skin may cause irritation or burns.
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Surrounding tissue is dissolved away using acorrosivechemical, commonly potassium hydroxide.
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The fibres of asbestos have unique properties because of their resistance to high temperature, abrasion and to certain corrosive chemicals, liquids and gases.
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Steel also depends on chrome to withstand attack from corrosive chemicals and from the atmosphere.
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Chemical scarification uses corrosive chemicals to remove skin and induce scarring.
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Corrosive chemicals like sulfuric acid, which is found in car batteries and research laboratories can cause severe skin burns.
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These are primarily saved for the most problematic areas where extremely high temperatures and/or very corrosive chemicals are present.
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Corrosive chemicals possess physical toxicity because they destroy tissues, but they're not directly poisonous unless they interfere directly with biological activity.
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Pulsed-power systems have the ability to maintain low levels of microbiological activity without using corrosive chemicals.
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Double-walled containment systems are also used for certain classes of toxic or corrosive chemicals, mostly gases, used in semiconductor fabrication.
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In addition, some corrosive chemicals, mostly acids such as hydrochloric acid and nitric acid, are volatile and can emit corrosive mists upon contact with air.
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Synthesis is relatively simple, but entails risk with flammable and corrosive chemicals, particularly the solvents used in extraction and purification.
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Because there are fewer corrosive chemicals used in making alkaline paper, the process is much easier on the machinery, reducing downtime and maintenance, and extending the machinery's useful life.
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These systems were developed in response to a need for a safe, effective, and environmentally sound way of sanitizing without the use of toxic or corrosive chemicals.
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It is very non-reactive, partly because of the strength of carbonfluorine bonds and so it is often used in containers and pipework for reactive and corrosive chemicals.
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Depending on the application, the fan may be subject to high rotating speeds, an operating environment with corrosive chemicals or abrasive air streams, and extreme temperatures.
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Hemorrhaging, signifying substantial damage to the lining of the airways and lungs, can occur with exposure to highly corrosive chemicals and may require additional medical interventions.
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