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 The  entire world is made up of various elements. Life, as we know it, wouldn't exist without these building blocks of matter. We ourselves are made of organic elements. With time, these substances have proved to be highly useful and equally hazardous. Elements like Silicon are considered as a boon to the technology sector and to humanity as a whole. On the other hand, elements like Uranium are capable of causing nuclear disasters. So here are yet some more lesser known facts about the wonderful world of Elements.  1. Itai-itai is a painful body weakening disease in Japan which was caused by eating rice grown on soil contaminated with high levels of Cadmium.  Itai-itai victim 2. The Russian lunar rovers, Lunokhod 1 and Lunokhod 2 used Polonium to keep themselves warm. 3. Europium is considered to be mildy toxic, and the metal dust is a fire and explosion hazard.  4. People in ancient time used crushed Antimony as black paint and eyeliner, without realising how ...

 The  entire world is made up of various elements. From the air we breathe to the food we eat, everything is composed of a variety of elements. We ourselves are made of organic elements. With time, these substances have proved to be highly useful and equally hazardous. Elements like Silicon are considered as a boon to the technology sector and humanity as a whole. On the other hand, elements like Uranium are capable of causing nuclear disasters. So here are  some more lesser known facts about the wonderful world of Elements. 1. The element Krypton is a non-toxic killer. It is an asphyxia inducing agent which displaces or reduces the normal Oxygen concentration in breathable air.  Krypton Gas Ampoule 2. Strontium is used in the production of sugar from molasses. Most of the Strontium used in the process of making sugar is recyclable. 3. Zinc was used in India thousands of years before it's use in China. While the Chinese started it's use only in 1637, the metal was us...

via Warner Bros. The Harry Potter franchise has been one of the most beloved of all time. From the memorable quotes to the compelling storytelling, the series will forever be adored by fans and critics alike.  The films as well the books are equally imaginative, funny, frightening and, of course, magical! As a result, it has been loved by fans of all ages. What makes them so successful is that they combine action, fantasy, friendship and plenty of wisdom. So here are the 10 best quotes from the Harry Potter saga that are indeed true for the real world as well.  1. " Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light. "  Albus Dumbledore 2. " If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals." Sirius Black     3. " It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices."  Albus Dumbledore via Warner Bros. 4. " It does not do to dwell o...

 The entire world is made up of various elements. From the air we breathe to the food we eat, everything is composed of a variety of elements. With time, these substances have proved to be highly useful and equally hazardous. Elements like Silicon are responsible for advancing the technology sector and humanity as a whole. On the other hand, elements like Uranium are capable of causing mass destruction. So let's explore some lesser known facts about the wonderful world of Elements. 1. During the 19th Century, Match-makers suffered from a condition called 'Phossy Jaw' as they were exposed to high levels of white Phosphorus which ate away their jaw bones.   Phossy Jaw victims illustration . 2. Helium gets its name from the Greek god 'Helios' because the element was first discovered to be present in the Sun. 3. Carbon was named by Antoine Lavoisier in 1789. The Latin, English, French, German, Dutch and Danish words for Carbon, all mean the same: "coal" 4. No...