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A chemical burn occurs when living tissue is exposed to a corrosive substance such as a strong acid or base. Chemical burns follow standard burn classification and may cause extensive tissue damage. The main types of irritant and/or corrosive products are: acids bases oxidizers solvents reducing agents and alkylants. Additionally chemical burns can be caused by some types of chemical weapons e.g.

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