Turkey vultures deter predators by projectile vomiting gastric juices as acidic as battery acid that burns their attacker's skin and eyes. Why it's awesome: These scavenger birds have an ...

A Kenya Airways pilot was burnt with acid by his lover who claimed he is a “serial cheat.” Simon Namiti suffered serious burns to his face after his girlfriend poured one litre of car battery ...

Heartburn and acid reflux effect millions of Americans. Medications for treating acid reflux seek to neutralize stomach acid or prevent the production of it. While they are generally well tolerated, ...

Safety Note: A battery contains sulfuric acid that can cause serious burns. Always wear gloves and eye protection when working around a battery. Smoking, flames, sparks, or other ignition sources ...

A battery can burn through a child’s esophagus or throat in as little as 2 hours. In contact with stomach acid, a battery can leak corrosive elements, too, posing the risk of poisoning.