failure or refusal to comply, as with a law, regulation, or term of a contract. Origin of noncompliance. 1680-1690. First recorded in 1680-90; non- + compliance.
The main cause of chemical burns is from contact with strong acids or bases. The strength of acids and bases is defined by the pH scale, which ranges from 1-14. A very strong acid has a pH of 1 and may cause a severe burn. A very strong base has a pH of 14 and may also cause a severe burn. A substance with a pH of 7 is considered neutral and does not burn. Chemical burns from acids or bases are also referred to as caustic burns.
Chemical in Drinking Water Causes Cancer. Growing scientific evidence suggests the most widespread industrial contaminant in drinking water â a solvent used in adhesives, paint and spot removers â can cause cancer in people. committee of academy experts said âa large body of epidemiologic data is availableâ on TCE showing the chemical is a possible cause of kidney cancer, reproductive and developmental damage, impaired neurological function and autoimmune disease.