The progression of a chemical burn is MOSTLY dependent on:

A) the length of time the corrosive chemical remains on the skin.
B) the surface area of the body exposed to a corrosive chemical.
C) whether the corrosive substance is a strong acid or alkali.
D) the patient's general health and the thickness of his or her skin.


Answer: A) the length of time the corrosive chemical remains on the skin.

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