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+ | '''Zenite''' was a [[mineral]] that was useful in countering [[plant]] [[disease]]s. In [[2269]], it was found only on [[Ardana]] in soft [[ore]] material, and hand removal was the preferred method of [[mining]]. |
| − | However, the Ardanans were unaware that the mineral in its raw state has an undesirable by-product: it emits a colorless and odorless gas that temporarily impairs synaptic functions, stunting the subject's intelligence and |
+ | However, the Ardanans were apparently unaware that the mineral in its raw state has an undesirable by-product: it emits a colorless and odorless [[gas]] that temporarily impairs synaptic functions, stunting the subject's intelligence and [[emotion]]al control. When the subject is removed from a high concentration of the gas, [[brain]] functions return to normal. |
| − | This medical problem was discovered by Dr. [[Leonard McCoy]], who also learned that a simple air filter |
+ | This medical problem was discovered by Dr. [[Leonard McCoy]], who also learned that a simple air filter was sufficient to prevent exposure. However, the Ardanans were reluctant to accept these facts, and only after concerted diplomatic efforts did they agree to take prescribed safety precautions for mining. ({{TOS|The Cloud Minders}}) |
| + | {{bginfo|According to the ''[[Star Fleet Medical Reference Manual]]'' (p. 19), the element zenite (spelled zienite in the reference book), symbol Zi, atomic weight 318, atomic number 118, was discovered and known to the ancients on Ardana.}} |
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| − | ''It is possible that the planet's aristicratic population was aware of the problem and used it to subjegate the [[Troglyte]]s. The Enterprised push the issue and forced [[Ardana]] to confront the problem officially.'' |
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Revision as of 20:11, 27 July 2013
Zenite
Zenite was a mineral that was useful in countering plant diseases. In 2269, it was found only on Ardana in soft ore material, and hand removal was the preferred method of mining.
However, the Ardanans were apparently unaware that the mineral in its raw state has an undesirable by-product: it emits a colorless and odorless gas that temporarily impairs synaptic functions, stunting the subject's intelligence and emotional control. When the subject is removed from a high concentration of the gas, brain functions return to normal.
This medical problem was discovered by Dr. Leonard McCoy, who also learned that a simple air filter was sufficient to prevent exposure. However, the Ardanans were reluctant to accept these facts, and only after concerted diplomatic efforts did they agree to take prescribed safety precautions for mining. (TOS: "The Cloud Minders")
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