NCIt definition : A strong, corrosion and heat resistant, inorganic substance that contains the metallic
element nickel. Nickel compounds are used in industry for electroplating, nickel-alloy
production, stainless steel production, in batteries, in electronics, in the ceramic
industry and as catalysts. Exposure to nickel compounds affects the kidneys and respiratory
tract and is associated with developing lung and nasal cancer. (NCI05);