Protomatter
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Protomatter is a highly dangerous, unstable form of matter.
Its hazardous properties led to its being denounced by most 23rd century scientists.
It was among the most highly-valued commodities in a region of the Delta Quadrant, reputed to be "the best source of energy in the quadrant."
- Also in that year, the Maquis incorporated protomatter in an implosion device designed to overload the impulse drive of the Cardassian freighter Bok'Nor.
- In 2373, a changeling infiltrator impersonating Deep Space 9's Dr. Julian Bashir used protomatter in an attempt to destroy the Bajoran sun.
- In 2374, the USS Voyager encountered a nebula that contained high concentrations of protomatter.