I went back to the wharf, and informed Captain Blastblow of the wishes of the party. Up the River Oliver Optic. She was repaired by his own carpenters, and laid up at Hanaroora, along side a wharf built for the purpose.
Palate cleansers are to remove lingering flavors from the mouth so that the next course may be enjoyed with a fresh perspective. The French also use them as an all-important digestive, to avoid heartburn, indigestion and to stimulate the appetite.
If a small amount of tricalcium phosphate is inhaled, it may cause some irritation. Upon long-term and repetitive inhalation, more serious respiratory side effects such as pneumoconiosis may occur. Dangers from skin exposure are minimal. If the dust gets into the eyes, it is possible that irritation and temporary vision impairment may occur. If a small amount of tricalcium phosphate is swallowed, it can cause minimal digestive upset. If a large amount if ingested, it may cause vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and abdominal cramping. If inhaled, the best treatment is exposure to fresh air or oxygen treatment.