Read this tip to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Jewelers Bench and other Jewelry topics.

What risks are associated with nitric acid?

Compounds & Effects - Nitric Acid

Fumes given off in metal cleaning and etching are highly toxic by inhalation and can cause bronchitis and emphysema. Contact can burn the skin. Ingestion may be fatal.

Comments

Nobody has commented on this tip yet. Be the first.

Ask a Question

Not finding the advice and tips you need on this Jewelry Tip Site? Request a Tip Now!

Guru Spotlight

Christina Chan

Ever wonder how you could make your life better and more fun? So have tens of millions of fans who have turned to LifeTips for answers over the past decade. We keep the tips, advice, books, podcasts and writing services flowing, so you can keep your life and business growing in the right direction. Upward!