Wearable Marine Science: Palythoa & Palytoxin Charm
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Wear a piece of natural history and deep-sea science! 🌊🧪
Did you know what holds the title for the most potent marine invertebrate toxin in the world?
Meet palytoxin—one of the most chemically complex and lethal non-protein natural toxins known to science.
The story behind its discovery reads like a legend. On the Hawaiian island of Maui, there was a tide pool strictly held as taboo by Native Hawaiians. According to local tradition, a mysterious, lethal organism known as "Limu-make-o-Hana" (the seaweed of death from Hana) grew in these sacred waters.
In 1961, Professor Philip Helfrich and his research team from the University of Hawaii located this sacred pool and collected samples of the organism, which was later identified as a zoanthid soft coral of the genus Palythoa (derived from Ancient Greek, meaning "spread out like a mat"). A decade later, chemists Richard E. Moore and Paul J. Scheuer successfully isolated and purified the infamous palytoxin compound from these corals.
Whether you're an organic chemistry enthusiast, marine biology fan, or lover of unique science-inspired accessories, this charm blends ancient lore with molecular biology into a striking piece of handmade art!
<Product Specifications>
1. Materials: Inkjet-printed polystylene plate with protective coating (Waterproof & UV-resistant finish)
2. Hardware / Metal Parts: Brass
3. Weight: Approx. 5.6 g (total)
4. Dimensions: 3.0 cm × 4.0 cm (plate size)
<Care & Purchasing Notes>
1. Care Instructions: Although the charm features a waterproof and UV-resistant finish, please avoid prolonged exposure to harsh environmental conditions, extreme heat, or prolonged direct sunlight to maintain its quality over time.
2. Note: Photo props (such as seashells and display items) shown in the product photos are not included.
3. Customer Support: Questions or custom requests? Feel free to contact me in English anytime via the Minne messaging system!
Wear a piece of natural history and deep-sea science! 🌊🧪
Did you know what holds the title for the most potent marine invertebrate toxin in the world?
Meet palytoxin—one of the most chemically complex and lethal non-protein natural toxins known to science.
The story behind its discovery reads like a legend. On the Hawaiian island of Maui, there was a tide pool strictly held as taboo by Native Hawaiians. According to local tradition, a mysterious, lethal organism known as "Limu-make-o-Hana" (the seaweed of death from Hana) grew in these sacred waters.
In 1961, Professor Philip Helfrich and his research team from the University of Hawaii located this sacred pool and collected samples of the organism, which was later identified as a zoanthid soft coral of the genus Palythoa (derived from Ancient Greek, meaning "spread out like a mat"). A decade later, chemists Richard E. Moore and Paul J. Scheuer successfully isolated and purified the infamous palytoxin compound from these corals.
Whether you're an organic chemistry enthusiast, marine biology fan, or lover of unique science-inspired accessories, this charm blends ancient lore with molecular biology into a striking piece of handmade art!
<Product Specifications>
1. Materials: Inkjet-printed polystylene plate with protective coating (Waterproof & UV-resistant finish)
2. Hardware / Metal Parts: Brass
3. Weight: Approx. 5.6 g (total)
4. Dimensions: 3.0 cm × 4.0 cm (plate size)
<Care & Purchasing Notes>
1. Care Instructions: Although the charm features a waterproof and UV-resistant finish, please avoid prolonged exposure to harsh environmental conditions, extreme heat, or prolonged direct sunlight to maintain its quality over time.
2. Note: Photo props (such as seashells and display items) shown in the product photos are not included.
3. Customer Support: Questions or custom requests? Feel free to contact me in English anytime via the Minne messaging system!
