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because sulfur is a very corrrosive chemical and can burn through solid rock

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Q: Why does sulfur burn human skin?
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What temperature of metal will burn human skin?

2nd degree burn


What type of acid will burn human skin without side effects?

Battery Acid. It can burn right through the human flesh and completely "disolve" it. Sulphuric, hydrochloric, phosphoric--all of these are are strong because they all completely ionize in water, all can destroy skin if the concentration is great enough.


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Can sulfur be used to treat burns?

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Can a battery poison you?

Battery acid is a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide. It will poison you if its digested. It can burn your skin to. Becareful. Hope this helps :)


Does sulfur burn in air?

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How effective is sulfur for curing acne?

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Yes, burning sulfur releases sulfur dioxide or SO2.