Cobalt Bloom (Noun)
Meaning
A reddish mineral consisting of hydrated cobalt arsenate in monoclinic crystalline form and used in coloring glass; usually found in veins bearing cobalt and arsenic.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The cobalt_bloom crystals were analyzed to determine their composition and potential uses.
- Geologists often search for cobalt_bloom in areas known to have high concentrations of cobalt and arsenic.
- Cobalt_bloom has been used for centuries in the production of intricately colored glass vases and ornaments.
- The cobalt_bloom specimens were carefully extracted from the ore and transported to the laboratory for further study.
- Exposure to cobalt_bloom can be hazardous due to its high arsenic content, requiring proper protective equipment when handling.