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What are the hazards associated with lithium sulfur dioxide batteries, and what precautions should be taken when storing or using them?

April 26, 2017associated batteries DIOXIDE hazards Lithium precautions storing sulfur

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What are the hazards associated with lithium sulfur dioxide batteries, and what precautions should be taken when storing or using them?

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If mishandled or abused, lithium batteries used in the AN/PRC-96 can vent sulfur-dioxide gas. When sulfur dioxide reacts with water, sulfuric acid is formed. If you breathe sulfur-dioxide gas, there is enough water in your lungs for this chemical action to occur. The only two possible results of this chemical reaction in your lungs; death or permanent injury.