orpiment

orpiment is a mineral used in traditional chinese medicine.

the vibrant color of orpiment is often used in art.

orpiment can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.

in ancient times, orpiment was valued for its pigment properties.

some artists prefer orpiment over synthetic pigments.

orpiment is often found in volcanic regions.

the study of orpiment has revealed its historical uses.

orpiment can be a key ingredient in some alchemical processes.

care should be taken when handling orpiment due to its toxicity.

orpiment is sometimes confused with realgar, another arsenic mineral.