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  2. Tantalum - Wikipedia

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    Tantalum is a chemical element; it has symbol Ta and atomic number 73. It is named after Tantalus, a figure in Greek mythology. [11] Tantalum is a very hard, ductile ...

  3. List of poisonous plants - Wikipedia

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    The plant is poisonous, containing cardiostimulant compounds such as adonidin and aconitic acid. [42] Aesculus hippocastanum: horse-chestnut, buckeye, conker tree Sapindaceae: All parts of the raw plant are poisonous due to saponins and glycosides such as aesculin, causing nausea, muscle twitches, and sometimes paralysis. [43] Agave spp.

  4. Biological roles of the elements - Wikipedia

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    Toxic in some forms. tantalum: 73: 1c: Has no known biological role, but is biocompatible, used in medical implants, e.g. skull plates. [11] Has not been found to be toxic, though some patients with tantalum implants have shown a mildly allergic reaction. [11] technetium: 43: 1b: Nonexistent (radioactive). [11] Nonexistent (radioactive). [11 ...

  5. A guide to some of NC’s most dangerous plants, from poison ...

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    What does poison ivy look like? Poison ivy can grow as a vine or a small shrub, trailing along the ground or even climbing low plants, trees and poles.Look for three glossy leaflets. The common ...

  6. Phytotoxicity - Wikipedia

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    Phytotoxicity describes any adverse effects on plant growth, physiology, or metabolism caused by a chemical substance, such as high levels of fertilizers, herbicides, heavy metals, or nanoparticles. [1] General phytotoxic effects include altered plant metabolism, growth inhibition, or plant death. [2]

  7. How Eucalyptus Fans the CA Wildfire Flames - AOL

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    The problem is, however, that the plant also produces a highly toxic and flammable oil on its leaves. Once that oil builds up and catches fire, that flame easily spreads through the expansive tree ...

  8. Tantalum pentoxide - Wikipedia

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    Tantalum pentoxide, also known as tantalum(V) oxide, is the inorganic compound with the formula Ta 2 O 5. It is a white solid that is insoluble in all solvents but is attacked by strong bases and hydrofluoric acid. Ta 2 O 5 is an inert material with a high refractive index and low absorption (i.e. colourless), which makes it useful for coatings ...

  9. It’s not just poison hemlock. Here are 10 more toxic plants ...

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    Poison Ivy, a well-known toxic plant common in Texas especially during the spring and summer, causes an itchy painful rash. This is caused by its sap that has a clear liquid called urushiol.