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What toxins do you get if you chew on a battery?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Batteries Toxins: Regular batteries contain mercury & cadmium. Car batteries contain lead & sulfuric acid.

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Answered 4/4/2013

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