Lexicon:James' powder
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Current revision as of 12:59, 13 November 2007
Term: | James' powder |
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References: | Desolation Island, page 308 The Far Side of the World, page 93 |
Meaning: | "Antiscorbutic" powder invented by Robert James (1705-1776), although it turned out to be ineffective as a remedy for scurvy. It was made from antimony and phosphate of lime. |
Additional information
Maturin's Medicine — This article is based on information from Maturin's Medicine, compiled and edited by Kerry Webb, with the help of a number of contributors.