Preferred Label : Arsenic;
NCIt synonyms : As;
NCIt definition : A naturally occurring allotropic pnictogen and metalloid trace element with atomic
symbol As, atomic number 33, and atomic weight 74.92 that is found in water, air,
food, and soil, and has a role as a micronutrient. Arsenic, which is highly toxic
with acute or chronic exposure to moderate or high levels through an unknown mechanism
of action, is used in many industrial processes, as well as in pharmaceuticals, feed
additives, and pesticides. It is characterized as a white, yellow, gray metallic,
or black solid that is odorless. Exposure occurs by inhalation, ingestion, or contact.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A poisonous chemical used to kill weeds and pests. Also used in cancer
therapy.; CDISC: The metal agent arsenic.;
UNII : N712M78A8G;
InChIKey : RQNWIZPPADIBDY-UHFFFAOYSA-N;
CAS number : 7440-38-2;
Chemical formula : As;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:27563; CHEBI:35826;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044303;
Origin ID : C28131;
UMLS CUI : C0003818;
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