11-03-2019, 03:55 PM
I agree with you to a point Hedd. Dangers tend to be a bit overstated these days, and I have fallen into that trap I will concede. A casual splash of car battery acid (which is relatively dilute - not concentrated acid, which is a whole other thing) can be washed off quickly and no great harm should result. You can expect some serious irritation if, for example, you spill it on clothing and allow it to remain in contact with skin for a while. When it comes to eyes and mucous membranes however you are at risk of genuine and permanent injury. It's therefore a substance which calls for proper care in handling.