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[[File:ToxicSymbol.png|right|300px|thumb|The symbol for [[Toxic]] [[chemical]]s.]]
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[[File:IrritantSymbol.png|right|300px|thumb|The symbol for [[irritant]] [[chemical]]s.]]
 
An [[irritant]] is a substance that can cause itching and pain to the [[skin]], [[eyes]] or [[lung]]s.
 
An [[irritant]] is a substance that can cause itching and pain to the [[skin]], [[eyes]] or [[lung]]s.
  

Revision as of 12:35, 4 December 2018

A substance that irritates the skin and eyes.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

The symbol for irritant chemicals.

An irritant is a substance that can cause itching and pain to the skin, eyes or lungs.

About Irritant Chemicals

Irritants can cause a rash if they get on the skin without immediately being washed off.
Some irritants are a gas and may cause irritation to the lungs.