Five astonishing facts about cobalt Cobalt is named after mythical, death-dealing goblins. We’ve used cobalt dye for at least 2,600 years. Cobalt can treat cancer…but also kill you. Cobalt used to be a beer additive – with disastrous effects. Cobalt is key to cutting edge technology and a greener future. Read more…
Cobalt is a versatile transition metal for drug development. The tunable physicochemical properties can be exploited by understanding the mechanism of bioactive cobalt complexes. What is cobalt drug? Cobalt was once used to treat different types of anemia. But there is no good scientific research to support its use for Read more…
Exposure to cobalt may cause cancer. Workers may be harmed from exposure to cobalt and cobalt-containing products. The level of harm depends upon the dose, duration, and work being done. Cobalt is used in many industries. What kind of cancer does cobalt cause? Increased mortality from lung cancer has been Read more…
Cobalt is an element that occurs naturally in the environment in air, water, soil, rocks, plants and animals. It may also enter air and water and settle on land through wind-blown dust and enter surface water through run-off when rainwater runs through soil and rock containing cobalt. Can cobalt go Read more…
Cobalt-based (Co) alloys are extensively used in nuclear reactors, particularly in regions prone to wear and galling such as valves and pumps. This is because they provide outstanding wear resistance, and so improve component life and reduce maintenance requirements. What material is used in nuclear reactors? UraniumUranium is the fuel Read more…
Conversely, Co is toxic to plants at higher concentrations. High levels of Co result in pale-colored leaves, discolored veins, and the loss of leaves and can also cause iron deficiency in plants. Is cobalt good for plants? In this article, we proposed that cobalt (Co) is a potentially essential micronutrient Read more…
* Cobalt is on the Hazardous Substance List because it is regulated by OSHA and cited by ACGIH, DOT, NIOSH, DEP, IARC and EPA. * This chemical is on the Special Health Hazard Substance List because it is a CARCINOGEN and is FLAMMABLE. How hazardous is cobalt? It can harm Read more…
It can harm the eyes, skin, heart, and lungs. Exposure to cobalt may cause cancer. Workers may be harmed from exposure to cobalt and cobalt-containing products. The level of harm depends upon the dose, duration, and work being done. How much cobalt is toxic? The LD 50 value for soluble Read more…
Cobalt is commonly used in electroplating because of its appearance, hardness, and resistance to oxidation. Cobalt compounds have been used for centuries to create a rich blue color in glass, glazes, ceramics, porcelain, pottery, tiles, and enamels. What are the main uses of cobalt? On a global basis, the leading Read more…
Presently, there is no production of cobalt in the country from primary cobalt resources. The demand for cobalt is usually met through imports. Refining capacity of cobalt in India is estimated at about 2,060 tonnes per year. Is India rich in cobalt? As per NMI data based on UNFC system, Read more…