Preferred Term:
heavy metals
Definition:
Metals with high specific gravity, typically larger than 5. They have complex spectra, form colored salts and double salts, have a low electrode potential, are mainly amphoteric, yield weak bases and weak acids, and are oxidizing or reducing agents.
Concept Schemes:
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NALT Core
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/10454
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