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zirconoid


Meanings
  • noun

    A zirconoid is a crystalline form of zircon, a mineral composed primarily of zirconium silicate.


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zirconia , zirconias , zirconium oxide , cubic zirconia , cubic zirconias , cubic zirconium , cubic zirconiums
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From the name of the mineral zircon and the suffix -oid, meaning 'having the shape of'.


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  1. Zircon is one of the oldest minerals found on Earth, with some crystals being over 4.4 billion years old.

  2. Zirconoids are sometimes used as dating materials due to their ability to incorporate small amounts of uranium and thorium, which can be used to determine their age.


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  1. Zircon: A mineral consisting of zirconium silicate, which is the primary source of zirconoids.


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Zirconoids are important in the gemstone industry due to their aesthetic value. They can be found in various colors, including brown, yellow, green, and blue.

How to Memorize "zirconoid"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a small, clear crystal shaped like a teardrop. This crystal is a zirconoid.

  2. associate

    - Think of zirconoids as the teardrop-shaped crystals found in the mineral zircon.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that a zirconoid is a 'teardrop-shaped form' of zircon.


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