Genetic Diseases of the Teeth. Genetic diseases are caused by gene mutations that are inherited from one or both parents. Certain genetic diseases can cause abnormalities in the teeth, affecting the rate of development of primary (baby) and secondary (adult) teeth or their physical characteristics. Often, these genetic diseases affect the normal growth and health of other parts of the body, as well.
Osmium has only a few uses. It is used to produce very hard alloys for fountain pen tips, instrument pivots, needles and electrical contacts. It is also used in the chemical industry as a catalyst. Biological role.smium has only a few uses. It is used to produce very hard alloys for fountain pen tips, instrument pivots, needles and electrical contacts. It is also used in the chemical industry as a catalyst. Biological role.
Cadmium is pronounced as KAD-mee-em. History and Uses: Cadmium was discovered by Friedrich Strohmeyer, a German chemist, in 1817 while studying samples of calamine (ZnCO 3). When heated, Strohmeyer noticed that some samples of calamine glowed with a yellow color while other samples did not.