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Telluric (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Of or relating to or containing the chemical element tellurium.

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The telluric acid was used as a catalyst in the chemical reaction to produce a unique compound.
  • The geologist studied the telluric deposits in the mine to understand the formation of the ore.
  • The company specialized in extracting telluric minerals from the earth's crust for use in electronics.
  • The researcher analyzed the telluric properties of the semiconductor material to improve its performance.
  • The mining operation focused on extracting telluric compounds from the ore to produce tellurium metal.

Related Words

  • Tellurium (noun)

Meaning 2

Of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air.

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The telluric forces that shape the Earth's surface are still not fully understood by geologists.
  • The telluric creatures that inhabit the forest floor are vastly different from those that live in the trees.
  • The telluric environment of the desert is harsh and unforgiving, with extreme temperatures and limited water sources.
  • The ancient Greeks believed in a telluric deity that controlled the earth and its secrets.
  • The telluric roots of the mountain range stretch deep into the Earth's crust, a testament to the region's geological history.

Synonyms

  • Tellurian
  • Terrene
  • Terrestrial

Related Words

  • Earth (noun)
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