Activated charcoal: What is it? | Learn English phrasal verb 'come across'

<p>"</p> <p>Activated charcoal is carbon treated with oxygen and heated at very high temperatures. The result is a fine and porous powder. In a medical setting, it can combat poisoning, aid the kidneys, and even control bloating. It's also being added to consumer products like skin cream, toothpaste, and even towels, but the marketing claims behind these products are not scientifically substantiated. Plus, learn what it means to ""come across"" something.</p> <p>--</p> <p>At Plain English, we make English lessons for the modern world.</p> <p>-- Today’s full English lesson, including a free transcript, can be found at: <a>https://plainenglish.com/561</a></p> <p>-- Learning English should be fun! That’s why our lessons are about current events and trending topics you care about: business, travel, technology, health, science, politics, the environment, and so much more. Our free English lessons always include English expressions and phrasal verbs, too.</p> <p>-- Learn even more English at <a>PlainEnglish.com</a>, where we have fast and slow audio, translations, videos, online English courses, and a supportive community of English learners like you. Sign up free at <a>PlainEnglish.com/Join</a></p> <p>-- Aprende inglés gratis en línea con nuestro curso de inglés. Se habla a una velocidad lenta para que todos entiendan. ¡Aprende ingles con nosotros ahora! | Aprenda Inglês online grátis com o Plain English, a uma velocidade menor, para que todos possam entender.</p> <p>Contact: E-mail <a>jeff@plainenglish.com</a> | WhatsApp <a>+1 312 967 8757</a> | Facebook <a>PlainEnglishPod</a> | Instagram <a>PlainEnglishPod</a> | Twitter <a>@PlainEnglishPod</a></p> <p>"</p>