(a.) Of or pertaining to a metal; of the nature of metal; resembling metal; as, a metallic appearance; a metallic alloy.
(a.) Of, pertaining to, or characterized by, the essential and implied properties of a metal, as contrasted with a nonmetal or metalloid; basic; antacid; positive.
Example Sentences:
(1) In this study of ten consecutive patients sustaining molten metal injuries to the lower extremity who were treated with excision and grafting, treatment with compression Unna paste boot was compared with that with conventional dressing.
(2) The LD50 of the following metal-binding chelating drugs, EDTA, diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA), hydroxyethylenediaminetriacetic acid (HEDTA), cyclohexanediaminotetraacetic acid (CDTA) and triethylenetetraminehexaacetic acid (TTHA) was evaluated in terms of mortality in rats after intraperitoneal administration and was found to be in the order: CDTA greater than EDTA greater than DTPA greater than TTHA greater than HEDTA.
(3) Our recurrences are due to local infections, removing the metal strut too early, i.e.
(4) "Acoustic" craters were produced by two laser pulses delivered into a saline-filled metal fiber cap, which was placed in a mechanically drilled crater.
(5) These results indicate that the inhibition of CarAc by heavy metals occurs by binding of the sulfhydryl on the enzyme by the metals.
(6) The consequences of proved hypersensitivity in patients with metal-to-plastic prostheses, either present prior to insertion of the prosthesis or evoked by the implant material, are not known.
(7) In general, enzyme activity was strongly reduced by heavy metal inorganic cations; less strongly by organometallic cations, some anions, and certain pesticides; and weakly inhibited by light metal cations and organometallic and organic compounds.
(8) EGTA was ineffective in removing calmodulin from particulate preparations, but treatment with the tervalent metal ion La3+ resulted in a loss of up to 98% of calmodulin activity from these preparations.
(9) Sift the cocoa powder over the top and lightly but thoroughly fold it in with the metal spoon.
(10) The results also suggest that both alkali metals most probably have been delivered to the suckling pups and some of their toxic effect was retarded.
(11) The radioprotective action in E. coli ATCC 9637 of ascorbate added to media containing the weak sensitizer, tetracycline (effect described by Pittillo and Lucas (1967)), was found to be dependent on the presence of metal catalysts of the autoxidation of ascorbate.
(12) This study introduces a simple in vitro arrangement to measure current densities of implant metals.
(13) A rubber cuff was fixed on the metal cylinder and let an opening of 8 cm, simulating the cervix uteri.
(14) Since the enzyme requires a metal ion (Co2+) we suggest that the RNA and heparin are inhibitory by virtue of their capacity to chelate the Co2+.
(15) Lesions of allergic contact type could not be induced in the oral mucosa to any of the metal salt preparations.
(16) As yet the observations demonstrate that workers exposed in their occupation to heavy metals (cadmium, lead, metalic mercury) and organic solvents should be subjected to special control for detection of renal changes.
(17) This study investigates the photoneutron field found in medical accelerator rooms with primary barriers constructed of metal slabs plus concrete.
(18) While a clearcut relationship cannot be established between heavy metal music and destructive behavior, evidence shows that such music promotes and supports patterns of drug abuse, promiscuous sexual activity, and violence.
(19) The physiologically important metal ion for catalysis is Mg2+; however, Mn2+ supports in vitro activity, though at a reduced level.
(20) We support the view that catalysis by metalloenzymes may be a reflection of the chemistry of the metal ion itself as a Lewis acid, and that perhaps too much emphasis has been placed on supposed special characteristics (such as strains, "entasis") of the enzyme-metal ion association.
Nonmetallic
Definition:
(a.) Not metallic.
(a.) Resembling, or possessing the properties of, a nonmetal or metalloid; as, sulphur is a nonmetallic element.
Example Sentences:
(1) Nonmetallic foreign bodies were embedded in cadaver feet.
(2) A total of 30 plaque samples from patients with metallic restorations, and 30 plaque samples from the patients with nonmetallic restorations obtained.
(3) The spreading of needle-like minerals in the country is studied, which are of no industrial importance, but are contained in some of course and nonmetallic mineral raw materials.
(4) The presented data provide the first evidence for the binding of a nonmetallic cellular component to MT.
(5) It also highlights the need for the emergency physician to be concerned about intracranial penetration when treating intranasal foreign bodies, particularly those of the nonmetallic type.
(6) The results demonstrated that not only are legionellae capable of colonizing various metallic and nonmetallic surfaces but that they are preferentially found on surfaces.
(7) Upon metallurgical examination, moderate to severe levels of gas porosity, interdendritic shrinkage, and nonmetallic inclusions were found in all of the devices.
(8) Hygienic requirements for the evaluation of nonmetallic materials are given.
(9) Statistical analysis revealed significant correlations between corrosion scores and the metallurgical properties of grain size and nonmetallic inclusion content.
(10) By embedding nonmetallic foreign bodies in cadaver feet and comparing standard x-rays to xerograms, the examiner should be able to confirm or disprove this premise.
(11) The nonmetallic inclusions in the fracture surfaces were identified as SiO2 (quartz) which was derived from an ingredient of an investment by comparing the inclusion with the reference standards on the characteristic X-ray O Kalpha spectra by EPMA.
(12) Menadione and n-hexane caused the greatest accumulation of hepatic MT among these nonmetallic compounds (about 13-fold).
(13) Using this analytic mode, nonmetallic intraocular and intraorbital foreign bodies can be differentiated from each other and from metallic foreign bodies, although individual metallic foreign bodies cannot be identified with respect to specific composition.
(14) The nonmetallic calcium phosphate glass and ceramics technology available today provides materials that may counteract the effects of initial device instability by not relying on mechanical means of retention, alone, but chemical as well.
(15) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a technique that might allow the detection and localization of nonmetallic intraocular foreign bodies.
(16) For this purpose, we have developed a fiberoptic radiometer system which is based on a nonmetallic, infrared fiber probe, which can operate either in contact or noncontact mode.
(17) Computed tomography is necessary to determine the presence of a metallic foreign body, but when the CT scan is negative, MRI may still detect small nonmetallic foreign bodies.
(18) The radar cross-section was further reduced because the wings' leading and trailing edges were composed of nonmetallic honeycomb structures that do not reflect radar rays.
(19) We conclude that, when radiation therapy is necessary following mandibular reconstruction, homogeneity of dose is maintained and local soft-tissue reactions to excessive irradiation may be avoided by using a nonmetallic tray.
(20) Of the nonmetallic materials seen during biopsies, suture materials and vegetable matter are most often observed.