Calcium carbide is hazardous as it contains traces of arsenic and phosphorous. Once dissolved in water, it produces acetylene gas. Acetylene may affect the neurological system by inducing prolonged hypoxia (shortage of oxygen in the body). Calcium carbide induces headache, dizziness, mood disturbances, sleepiness, mental confusion, memory loss, cerebral edema and seizures.
You may think why I am talking about this calcium carbide. The mango fruit which we are enjoying it in this summer contains calcium carbide which is also used for welding. Mangoes are stored in wooden boxes tightly wrapped in paper at 30 deg Celsius. Calcium carbide is wrapped in small packets and kept in the box. The box is then kept in dry place for 3 days. Carbohydrates, protein and nutrients in fruits undergo a change in color, texture and taste. So try to avoid eating mangoes in this summer and live a healthy life.
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