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Charcoal

Medical Definition: An amorphous form of carbon prepared from the incomplete combustion of animal or vegetable matter, e.g., wood. The activated form of charcoal is used in the treatment of poisoning. (Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)
Guide Notes: D25-26 qualif only
Also Called: Activated Charcoal,Norit
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 16291-96-6

Charcoal Medical Definitions and Terms

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