Bismuth stands out because it combines low toxicity with a suite of useful traits: it expands slightly on solidifying, has a relatively low melting point, and forms stable compounds with interesting optical and pharmaceutical properties. These capabilities underpin its use in fusible alloys for fire‑safety devices, low‑melting solders, pharmaceuticals for gastrointestinal disorders, and...
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