> I don't think acid deserves such a scary reputation. Acid in general can be handled quite safely with the right mindset and equipment. HF is _fucking_ terri

> I don't think acid deserves such a scary reputation. Acid in general can be handled quite safely with the right mindset and equipment. HF is _fucking_ terrifying though. Even many professional chemists (or maybe especially pros?) won't work with it. It's far beyond just being dangerous to your skin and eyes. Bicarb and goggles sure won't cut it as safety procedures.