fluorihappo

Fluorihappo, known in English as hydrofluoric acid, is a highly corrosive and dangerous chemical compound with the formula HF. It is a solution of hydrogen fluoride in water. Unlike other mineral acids, fluorihappo is a weak acid in dilute solutions, but it becomes a much stronger acid as the concentration increases.

One of the most significant dangers of fluorihappo is its ability to penetrate tissues and cause severe burns. It does not cause immediate pain upon contact, which can lead to delayed recognition of exposure and more extensive damage. The fluoride ions released by fluorihappo can leach calcium from bones and tissues, leading to systemic toxicity, which can be fatal.

Fluorihappo has several industrial applications. It is primarily used in the production of aluminum, in petroleum refining as a catalyst, and in the manufacturing of a wide range of fluorine-containing chemicals. It is also employed for etching glass and in semiconductor manufacturing. Due to its hazardous nature, handling fluorihappo requires extreme caution, specialized protective equipment, and strict safety protocols.