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Platinum is a shiny gray metalloid with the atomic number 78 and symbol Pt, discovered by Antonio de Ulloa in 1748 in South America. It has a high density, melting point of 1768°C, and boiling point of 3825°C, and is commonly used in jewelry, laboratory containers, measuring devices, and dentistry. While platinum itself is not harmful, its salts can cause DNA alterations, cancer, allergic reactions, and mucosal damage.

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