Associations to the word «Zirconia»

Wiktionary

ZIRCONIA, noun. (chemistry) The oxide of zirconium, obtained as a white powder, and possessing both acid and basic properties. On account of its infusibility, and brilliant luminosity when incandescent, it is used as an ingredient of sticks for the Drummond light.

Dictionary definition

ZIRCONIA, noun. A white crystalline oxide; used in refractories and in insulation and abrasives and enamels and glazes.

Wise words

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