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World war 1, Types of Poison Gas

CHOlRINE GAS

Choirone gas was a poison gas used in world war 1. If chorine gas was released into the air people may be exposed through skin contact, eye contact or breathing air contains chlorine. Chlorine gas is heavier than air, so it would settle in low-lying areas.

The extent of poisoning caused by chlorine depends on the amount of chlorine a person is exposed to, how the person was exposed, and the length of time of the exposure. When chlorine gas comes into contact with moist tissues such as the eyes, throat, and lungs, an acid is produced that can damage these tissues.

Symptoms

Burning pain, redness, and blisters on the skin if exposed to gas. Skin injuries similar to frostbite can occur if it is exposed to liquid chlorine

Burning sensation in the nose, throat, and eyes

Coughing

Chest tightness

More Symptoms

Chest tightness

Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. These May appear immediately if high concentrations of chlorine gas are inhaled, or they may be delayed if low concentrations of chlorine gas are inhaled.

Fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) that may be delayed for a few hours

Nausea and vomiting

Watery eyes

Wheezing

When was it used

TIMELINE

1915- Phosgene gas was first used

1915, April 22- German Introducded Chorine gas

1918

1914

TIMELINE

Mustard gas, introduced by the Germans in 1917

1915 April 24- A second gas attcak against a Canidian Divsion

Phosgene Gas

When liquid phosgene is released, it quickly turns into a gas that stays close to the ground and spreads rapidly. Phosgene gas may appear colorless or as a white to pale yellow cloud. At low concentrations, it has a pleasant odor of newly mown hay or green corn, but its odor may not be noticed by all people exposed.

Phosgene Gas

Symptoms

Coughing

Burning sensation in the throat and eyes

Watery eyes

Blurred vision

Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

Nausea and vomiting

Skin contact can result in lesions similar to those from frostbite or burns

Germans retreting from a gas attack

Mustard Gas

Mustard gas was effective because it was debilitating. Its mortality rate was only around 2-3% of casualties, but those who suffered chemical burns and respiratory problems due to exposure were unable to return to the front and required extensive care for their recovery.

Mustard Gas

Symptoms

Eyes: irritation, redness, burning, inflammation and even blindness

Skin: itchy redness that is replaced with yellow blisters

Respiratory system: runny or bloody nose, sneezing, hoarse throat, shortness of breath, coughing, sinus pain

Digestive system: abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting

World war one soldier releasing mustard gas

World war one soldier releasing mustard gas

Tear Gas

Tear gases weren't designed to kill; rather, to incapacitate the enemy and render them unable to defend their positions. They are all lachrymatory agents – they cause crying. They also irritate the mouth, throat and lungs, leading to breathing difficulties. Exposure to larger concentrations can lead to temporary blindness, but symptoms commonly resolved within 30 minutes of leaving affected areas.

Tear gas was the first chemical weapon to be used. It was a non-fatal irritant, and the first to use it in WW1 were the French, who used 26mm grenades filled with the gas on August 14th, 1911.

Symptoms

Burning

Watery sensation in the eyes

Difficulty breathing

Chest pain

Excessive saliva and skin irritation.

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