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Arsenic  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A shiny gray element with atomic symbol As, atomic number 33, and atomic weight 75. It occurs throughout the universe, mostly in the form of metallic arsenides. Most forms are toxic. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), arsenic and certain arsenic compounds have been listed as known carcinogens. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)

Broader concept

Synonym(s)

  • 7440-38-2 (Arsenic)
  • Arsenic-75
  • N712M78A8G

In other languages

  • French

  • 7440-38-2 (Arsenic)
  • N712M78A8G

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-Q7PSZ908-8

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