The problem with Bleach is it can burn your skin with extreme alkalinity

 

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Bleach is a base (an alkaline substance) with a high pH typically ranging from 11 to 13. 

Key Details About Bleach

Active Ingredient: Household bleach is a dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite (

) in water. 
pH Level: Because it contains basic components and residual sodium hydroxide, its pH sits well above the neutral mark of 7. 
Why it Burns: Despite being a base, bleach can cause severe chemical burns and damage tissue because it is a strong oxidizing agent and caustic substance, not because it is an acid. 
Reactivity Warning: Mixing bleach with acids (like vinegar or toilet bowl cleaners) or ammonia changes the chemical balance and releases toxic chlorine or chloramine gas
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