Activated Charcoal
Activated Charcoal
Activated Charcoal (pronunciation: ak-ti-vay-ted char-coal) is a form of carbon processed to have small, low-volume pores that increase the surface area available for adsorption or chemical reactions.
Etymology
The term "Activated Charcoal" is derived from the process of 'activation' that the charcoal undergoes to increase its surface area. The word 'charcoal' comes from the Old English 'charren', meaning to turn, and 'cole', meaning coal.
Uses
Activated Charcoal is commonly used in emergency treatment for certain kinds of poisoning and overdoses. It is also used in air and water purifiers, in the treatment of intestinal gas (flatulence), and in some cases, for the treatment of bile flow problems (cholestasis) during pregnancy.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Activated Charcoal
- Wikipedia's article - Activated Charcoal
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