zirconium dioxide
Definition
Noun: 1. A white crystalline oxide compound: A chemical compound consisting of the elements zirconium and oxygen (ZrO₂). It is characterized by its white color and crystalline structure, and it possesses properties such as high strength, high melting point, and resistance to wear and corrosion.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The exceptional hardness of zirconium dioxide makes it suitable for use in industrial abrasives.
- Zirconium dioxide is a key component in the production of certain high-temperature ceramics.
- Due to its biocompatibility, zirconium dioxide is used in some dental crowns and implants.
Advanced Usage
- "Stabilized zirconium dioxide": Refers to a form of ZrO₂ where its crystal structure is stabilized (often with yttrium or magnesium oxides) to prevent cracking, making it even more useful for engineering applications like thermal barrier coatings.
- The turbine blades are coated with stabilized zirconium dioxide to withstand extreme heat.
Variants and Related Words
- Zirconia (n): A common synonym for zirconium dioxide, frequently used in commercial and engineering contexts.
- Cubic zirconia is a synthetic form of zirconium dioxide used as a diamond simulant in jewelry.
- ZrO₂ (n): The chemical formula for zirconium dioxide.
Synonyms
- Zirconia: The most direct and commonly used synonym.
- Zirconium(IV) oxide: A more systematic chemical name.
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs)
- Ceramic: A class of materials to which zirconium dioxide belongs.
- Refractory: A type of material, like zirconium dioxide, that is resistant to decomposition by heat.
Noun
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a white crystalline oxide; used in refractories and in insulation and abrasives and enamels and glazes
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