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Exothermic Reaction Burn Index (ERBI) estimates burn severity from heat-generating chemicals (acids, alkalis, oxidizers) based on heat release rate, exposed area, and skin's heat tolerance threshold.

Understanding the Parameters:

• Heat Release Rate (HRR): Thermal energy released per unit area by the chemical reaction (kW/m²)
• Exposed Skin Area: Contact area between chemical and skin (in square meters)
• Critical Heat Flux (Hc): Minimum heat flux causing second-degree burns (~1.4 kW/m² for human skin)

Interpretation Guidelines

• ERBI < 1: Sub-critical exposure (likely no burns)
• ERBI 1-5: Mild to moderate burns expected
• ERBI 5-10: Severe burns likely
• ERBI > 10: Catastrophic tissue damage expected

Note: Actual burn severity depends on exposure duration and chemical properties.