Lättvattenlösningar

Lättvattenlösningar, which translates to "light water solutions" in English, refer to a class of chemical compounds that are typically composed of relatively low weights of water, often involved in the processing of acids, particularly nitric acid. These solutions typically consist of nitric acid combined with water, with the total concentration of nitric acid ranging from 20 to 90% in the most common types.

Lättvattenlösningar are commonly used in chemical industrial processes, such as in the production of explosives, fertilizers, and pharmaceuticals. The use of these solutions allows for efficient mixing with process chemicals at lower temperatures. A distinction between "lättvattenlösningar" and "normalvattenlösningar" can be made based on the temperature of the process. When these solutions cool below a certain threshold, undissolved nitrogen oxides are formed in a separate phase, whereas this usually isn't the case at higher temperatures.

When dealing with light water solutions, operators need to take necessary precautions to prevent exposure. Prolonged exposure to these solutions causes severe skin burns and potential lung and eye damage upon inhalation, possibly permanent vision loss. Operational mishaps can lead to uncontrolled chemical reactions, which release toxic fumes.

Lättvattenlosningar require proper training and equipment for handling to avoid accidents. Equivalent hazardous procedures exist at industrial sites worldwide where similar processes run.