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When a battery leaks why is it poisonous?

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When battery leaks it will release potassium hydroxide.Potassium hydroxide cause poisoning if ingested or inhaled. Poisoning symptoms include severe abdominal pain, breathing difficulties, diarrhea, and a rapid drop in blood pressure.

If battery chemicals are ingested, call a physician or poison control center immediately and follow the given instructions. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by the physician. Instead, have the affected person drink milk or water.


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