Rhodium (Noun)
Meaning
A white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Rhodium is a rare and valuable precious metal used in catalytic converters for vehicles.
- The jeweler added a layer of rhodium to the silver necklace to give it a reflective white appearance.
- The car manufacturer had to import rhodium from South Africa to meet the demand for their new catalytic converter design.
- The properties of rhodium make it an ideal component in electrical contacts and switches due to its high melting point and corrosion resistance.
- The scientist carefully extracted the rhodium from the platinum ore using a complex process involving acid and heat.