Concept information
Preferred term
Metals
Type
-
Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Narrower concepts
Entry terms
- Metal
Note
- general or unspecified: prefer specific metal groups or specific metals; allergic reactions to metals is probably DERMATITIS, CONTACT, not DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY; METALLOIDS is also available
Scope note
- Electropositive chemical elements characterized by ductility, malleability, luster, and conductance of heat and electricity. They can replace the hydrogen of an acid and form bases with hydroxyl radicals. (Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D008670
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