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titanium dioxide

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More on Titanium Definition: A dark-gray, metallic element of widespread distribution but occurring in small amounts; atomic number, 22; atomic weight, 47.90; symbol, Ti; specific gravity, 4.5; used for fixation of fractures. (Dorland, 28th ed)  Ti-48; Ti-46, 47, 49, 50   
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
titanium dioxide [ Titania,anatase,anatase titanium dioxide,brookite,nano-TiO2,nano-anatase,rutile,titanium oxide ]
  used medically as protectant against externally caused irritation & sunlight; high concentrations of dust may cause irritation to respiratory tract; RN given refers to titanium oxide (TiO2); structure 		13463-67-7   *Titanium Water Pollutants, Chemical
Pharma Action Biocompatible Materials; Coloring Agents; Sunscreening Agents; Photosensitizing Agents 		J Occup Med 16(5):355;1974

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