Arsenic

Arsenic

Chemical Properties- has 33 electrons- highly toxic- has an atomic mass of 74.9216 g.mol -1- is a metalloid- when heated in air, oxygen combines with arsenic to form arsenic oxide

.To reduce exposure, follow the following tips:- Avoid any arsenic treated products- Wash your hands after coming in contact with any arsenic treated products- Avoid inhalation of arsenic treated sawdust- Check if there are any traces of arsenic in your water

.Arsenic is used in: - pesticides- rat poison- rice- crayons- chicken- medicine- seafood- mushrooms- grain products