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(H2S04,HNO3,HCl)
They cause coagulation necrosis by coming in
contact with tissue protein by precipitation.
They destroys the surface with which it
comes in contact.
Fatal Period:
The average fatal period is 18 to 24 hr
Mouth, lips and surrounding skin show
brown or black corroded (rotten) spots
Fatal dose: 8 to 10 ml
Fatal period: 12 to 24 hr
Also called as muriatic acid or spirit of salts
Perforation is rare