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Iridium (Noun)

Meaning

A heavy brittle metallic element of the platinum group; used in alloys; occurs in natural alloys with platinum or osmium.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The iridium content of the meteorite was significantly higher than in any known terrestrial alloy.
  • A small amount of iridium added to the platinum jewelry helped to increase its strength.
  • The crew carefully extracted the iridium from the crude ore to be used in the high-performance engine components.
  • Scientists have long been interested in the unique properties of iridium, particularly its high corrosion resistance.
  • The company's latest product featured a specialized alloy of iridium and osmium, prized for its extreme hardness.

Synonyms

  • Atomic Number 77
  • Ir

Hypernyms

  • Metal
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