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Eastern culture
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Antimony is used in traditional Eastern medicine but its toxicity is a concern.
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Western countries
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Antimony is widely used in flame retardants, lead-acid batteries, and as an alloying agent in Western countries.
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Chinese culture
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Antimony has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries, mainly for treating skin conditions and eye infections.
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Historical
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Antimony has been historically used in ancient Egypt as a cosmetic and in the Middle Ages to make church organ pipes.
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scientific community
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Antimony is used in flame-retardant materials and as a semiconductor in the electronics industry, according to the scientific community.
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