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Gutta-Percha
Medical Definition: | Coagulated exudate isolated from several species of the tropical tree Palaquium (Sapotaceae). It is the trans-isomer of natural rubber and is used as a filling and impression material in dentistry and orthopedics and as an insulator in electronics. It has also been used as a rubber substitute. | |
Guide Notes: | D25-26 qualif | |
Also Called: | Thermofil,Ultrafil | |
CAS Type 1 Name: | CAS Number: | 9000-32-2 |
Gutta-Percha Medical Definitions and Terms
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