Coinage Metals

• What is the chemical symbol for Copper?


  Cu
• What is the Latin name for Copper?

  Cuprum
• What is unique about Copper compared to other metals?


  It is the only reddish metal commonly found in its elemental state.
• Why is Copper biologically important?


  It is a component of hemocyanin and cytochrome oxidase.
• What are the important alloys of Copper?


  • Brass: Copper (Cu) + Zinc (Zn)
  • Bronze: Copper (Cu) + Tin (Sn)
• What is one pharmacological action of Copper?


  It acts as a protein precipitant.
• How does Copper affect iron utilization in the body?


  It enhances the physiological utilization of iron.
• What condition is associated with Copper toxicity?


  Wilson’s disease.
• What is the antidote for Copper toxicity?


  Penicillamine.
• What is the chemical formula for Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate?


  CuSO₄·5H₂O
• What is another name for Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate?


  Blue Vitriol or Blue Stone.
• What are the uses of Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate?


  • Component of Benedict’s, Barfoed’s, and Fehling’s solutions.
  • Antidote for phosphorus poisoning.
  • Used in Bordeaux mixture as a fungicide and pesticide.
• What is the chemical formula for Paris Green?


  [Cu₃(AsO₃)₂·Cu(C₂H₃O₂)₂]
• What is the use of Paris Green?


  It is used as an insecticide.
• What is the chemical formula for Copper Citrate?


  (Cu)₃(C₆H₅O₇)₃
• What is the use of Copper Citrate?


  It is an astringent in 8% concentration.
• What is the chemical symbol for Silver?


  Ag
• What is the Latin name for Silver?


  Argentum
• What is the pharmacological action of Silver?


  It has an oligodynamic property, meaning it has germicidal action at very low concentrations.
• What condition can chronic exposure to Silver lead to?

  Argyria, causing bluish-gray discoloration of the skin.
• What is the antidote for Argyria?

  Normal saline solution (NSS).
• What are the important soluble compounds of Silver?

  • AgNO₃ (Silver Nitrate)
  • Ag(NH₃)₂NO₃ (Howe’s Solution)
• What is AgNO₃ commonly known as?


  Lapiz Infernulariz, Lunar Caustic, Indelible Ink, or Caustic Pencil.
• What are the uses of AgNO₃?


  • Treatment for warts.
  • Eye antiseptic for newborns of mothers with gonorrhea (to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum).
• What are the uses of Howe’s Solution?


  • Dental protective.
  • Desensitizing agent for sensitive teeth.
• What are the important insoluble compounds of Silver?

  • AgI (Silver Iodide)
  • Silver Proteinate
• What is the use of AgI (Silver Iodide)?


  It is a disinfectant, though poisonous.
• What is the use of Mild Ag Proteinate (Argyrol)?


  It is an antiseptic for the eyes.
• What is the use of Strong Ag Proteinate (Protargol)?


  It is a stronger germicide for the ear and throat.
• What is the use of Colloidal Ag Proteinate (Collargol)?


  It is a general germicide.
• What is the chemical symbol for Gold?

  Au
• What is the Latin name for Gold?

  Aurum
• Why is Gold referred to as the King of all metals?


  Due to its properties.
• What are the physical properties of Gold?


  • Most malleable and ductile metal.
  • Best conductor of electricity among metals.
• What acids can dissolve Gold?

  Aqua Regia and Selenic acid.
• What are the important Gold compounds?

  • Aurothioglucose (Intramuscular)
  • Gold Sodium Thiomalate (Intramuscular)
  • Auranofin (Oral)
• What is the use of Aurothioglucose?


  It is used for the treatment of gout and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
• What is the use of Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

  It is used for the treatment of gout and RA.
• What is the use of Auranofin?


  It is used for the treatment of gout and RA.