Problem

Sulphuric acid mist

Nature:

Sulphuric acid in vapour form causes intense irritation and chemical burn of the mucous membranes of the respiratory and digestive tracts, the teeth, eyes and skin. Inhalation of vapours produces the following symptoms: nasal secretion, sneezing, a burning feeling in the throat; these are followed by cough, respiratory distress, sometimes accompanied by spasm of the vocal cords, a burning sensation in the eyes with lacrimation and conjunctival congestion. High concentration may cause a bloody nasal secretion and sputum, haematemesis, gastritis, etc. Dental lesions are common.
Broader Problems:
Mist
Acid mists
Aggravates:
Acidosis
Strategies:
Deacidifying flue gases
Subject(s):
Fundamental Sciences → Chemicals
Fundamental Sciences → Inorganic chemical compounds
Meteorology → Meteorology
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 13: Climate Action
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems
Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST