Quote by Lafcadio Hearn

I feel like a white granular mass of amorphous crystals -- my formula appears to be isomeric with Spasmotoxin. My aurochloride precipitates into beautiful prismatic needles. My Platinochloride develops octahedron crystals, -- with a fine blue florescence. My physiological action is not indifferent. One millionth of a grain injected under the skin of a frog produced instantaneous death accompanied by an orange blossom odor.

I feel like a white granular mass of amorphous crystals -- m

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This quote describes a substance that is compared to Spasmotoxin and exhibits unique crystalline properties when combined with certain chemicals. The substance has a pronounced and deadly impact on living organisms, as evidenced by a minuscule amount causing immediate death in a frog, accompanied by a particular scent. The quote highlights the substance's intricate characteristics and its potent physiological effect.

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