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| − | A dried [[resin]] obtained from trees antive to Malaysia. Shipped in bags or cases. Used in dentistry and as an insulating medium in electrical products. Is stiff, hard and inelastic when cold. Softens to mouldable condition at 60°C and melts at 100°C. Subject to loss in weight due to drying out. | + | A dried [[resin]] obtained from trees antive to Malaysia. Shipped in bags or cases. <br><br>Used in dentistry and as an insulating medium in electrical products. Is stiff, hard and inelastic when cold. Softens to mouldable condition at 60°C and melts at 100°C. Subject to loss in weight due to drying out. |
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<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b> | <b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b> | ||
[[Category:Other organic material]] | [[Category:Other organic material]] | ||
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Revision as of 21:34, 13 March 2012
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Gutta Percha
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Description
A dried resin obtained from trees antive to Malaysia. Shipped in bags or cases.
Used in dentistry and as an insulating medium in electrical products. Is stiff, hard and inelastic when cold. Softens to mouldable condition at 60°C and melts at 100°C. Subject to loss in weight due to drying out.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.