Tantalum (Noun)
Meaning
A hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The electronic components used in the device required the use of tantalum to withstand the extreme temperatures.
- Tantalum is also used in medical implants due to its high corrosion resistance and non-toxic properties.
- The company extracted tantalum from the tantalite ore through a complex process involving acid digestion and electrolysis.
- Researchers discovered that tantalum can be used as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions, increasing their efficiency.
- The country's largest mine produced a significant amount of tantalum, which was then exported to countries around the world.