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Definition of Barium sulfate

1. Noun. A white insoluble radiopaque powder used as a pigment.

Medical Definition of Barium sulfate

1. Sulfuric acid, barium salt (1:1). A compound used as an X-ray contrast medium that occurs in nature as the mineral barite. It is also used in various manufacturing applications and mixed into heavy concrete to serve as a radiation shield. Pharmacological action: contrast media. Chemical name: Sulfuric acid, barium salt (1:1) (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Barium Sulfate

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