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Zinc Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) |
Zinc
(v. t.)
To coat with zinc; to galvanize.
(n.)
An abundant element of the magnesium-cadmium group, extracted principally from the minerals zinc blende, smithsonite, calamine, and franklinite, as an easily fusible bluish white metal, which is malleable, especially when heated. It is not easily oxidized in moist air, and hence is used for sheeting, coating galvanized iron, etc. It is used in making brass, britannia, and other alloys, and is also largely consumed in electric batteries. Symbol Zn. Atomic weight 64.9.
(v. t.)
To coat with zinc; to galvanize.
(n.)
An abundant element of the magnesium-cadmium group, extracted principally from the minerals zinc blende, smithsonite, calamine, and franklinite, as an easily fusible bluish white metal, which is malleable, especially when heated. It is not easily oxidized in moist air, and hence is used for sheeting, coating galvanized iron, etc. It is used in making brass, britannia, and other alloys, and is also largely consumed in electric batteries. Symbol Zn. Atomic weight 64.9.
| WordNet 2.0 |
zinc
Noun
1. a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs as zinc sulphide in zinc blende
(synonym) Zn, atomic number 30
(hypernym) metallic element, metal
Noun
1. a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs as zinc sulphide in zinc blende
(synonym) Zn, atomic number 30
(hypernym) metallic element, metal
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zinc
zinc
\zinc\ (z&ibreve;&nsm;k), n. [g. zink, probably akin to zinn tin: cf. f. zinc, from the german. cf. tin.] (chem.) an abundant element of the magnesium-cadmium group, extracted principally from the minerals zinc blende, smithsonite, calamine, and franklinite, as an easily fusible bluish white metal, which is malleable, especially when heated. it is not easily oxidized in moist air, and hence is used for sheeting, coating galvanized iron, etc. it is used in making brass, britannia, and other alloys, and is also largely consumed in electric batteries. symbol zn. atomic weight 64.9. [formerly written also zink.]
similar words(24)
zinc sulphate
zinc spinel
zinc oxide
red oxide of zinc
zinc ointment
zinc white
zinc vitriol
zinc blende
ruby of zinc
zinc sulfate
oxide of zinc
zinc amyle
zinc amine
butter of zinc
red zinc ore
zinc amide
zinc methyl
zinc ethyl
flowers of zinc
zinc green
zinc cadmium sulfide
vitriol of zinc
zinc bloom
zinc deficiency
zinc
\zinc\ (z&ibreve;&nsm;k), n. [g. zink, probably akin to zinn tin: cf. f. zinc, from the german. cf. tin.] (chem.) an abundant element of the magnesium-cadmium group, extracted principally from the minerals zinc blende, smithsonite, calamine, and franklinite, as an easily fusible bluish white metal, which is malleable, especially when heated. it is not easily oxidized in moist air, and hence is used for sheeting, coating galvanized iron, etc. it is used in making brass, britannia, and other alloys, and is also largely consumed in electric batteries. symbol zn. atomic weight 64.9. [formerly written also zink.]
similar words(24)
zinc sulphate
zinc spinel
zinc oxide
red oxide of zinc
zinc ointment
zinc white
zinc vitriol
zinc blende
ruby of zinc
zinc sulfate
oxide of zinc
zinc amyle
zinc amine
butter of zinc
red zinc ore
zinc amide
zinc methyl
zinc ethyl
flowers of zinc
zinc green
zinc cadmium sulfide
vitriol of zinc
zinc bloom
zinc deficiency
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zinc
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| Dream Dictionary |
Zinc
To work with or to see zinc in your dreams, indicates substantial and energetic progress. Business will assume a brisk tone in its varying departments. To dream of zinc ore promises the approach of eventful success.
To work with or to see zinc in your dreams, indicates substantial and energetic progress. Business will assume a brisk tone in its varying departments. To dream of zinc ore promises the approach of eventful success.
Zinc Definition from Government Dictionaries & Glossaries
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ZINC
Gulf War name for 1st (United Kingdom) Armoured Division objective
Gulf War name for 1st (United Kingdom) Armoured Division objective
Zinc Definition from Medicine Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Zinc
A mineral essential to the body. Zinc is a constituent of many enzymes that permit chemical reactions to proceed at normal rates. It is involved in the manufacture of protein (protein synthesis) and in cell division. Zinc is also a constituent of insulin and is concerned with the sense of smell. According to the National Academy of Sciences, the Recommended Dietary Allowances of zinc are 12 milligrams per day for women and 10 milligrams per day for men. Food sources of zinc include meat including liver, eggs, seafood, nuts and cereal. Deficiency of zinc is associated with short stature, anemia, increased pigmentation of skin (hyperpigmentation), enlarged liver and spleen (hepatosplenomegaly), impaired gonadal function (hypogonadism), impaired wound healing, and immune deficiency. (For a genetic disorder that impairs zinc uptake, please see Acrodermatitis enteropathica). Too much zinc can cause gastrointestinal irritation (upset stomach), interfere with copper absorption and cause copper deficiency, and (like too little zinc) cause immune deficiency. Recently, zinc has been touted as a treatment for the common cold (see the MedicineNet NEWS).
A mineral essential to the body. Zinc is a constituent of many enzymes that permit chemical reactions to proceed at normal rates. It is involved in the manufacture of protein (protein synthesis) and in cell division. Zinc is also a constituent of insulin and is concerned with the sense of smell. According to the National Academy of Sciences, the Recommended Dietary Allowances of zinc are 12 milligrams per day for women and 10 milligrams per day for men. Food sources of zinc include meat including liver, eggs, seafood, nuts and cereal. Deficiency of zinc is associated with short stature, anemia, increased pigmentation of skin (hyperpigmentation), enlarged liver and spleen (hepatosplenomegaly), impaired gonadal function (hypogonadism), impaired wound healing, and immune deficiency. (For a genetic disorder that impairs zinc uptake, please see Acrodermatitis enteropathica). Too much zinc can cause gastrointestinal irritation (upset stomach), interfere with copper absorption and cause copper deficiency, and (like too little zinc) cause immune deficiency. Recently, zinc has been touted as a treatment for the common cold (see the MedicineNet NEWS).
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Zinc
Essential trace mineral. The functions of zinc are enzymatic. There are over 70 metalloenzymes known to require zinc for their functions. The main biochemicals in which zinc has been found to be necessary include: enzymes and enzymatic function, carbohydrate metabolism and protein synthesis . Zinc is a constituent of insulin and male reproductive fluid. Necessary for the proper metabolism of alcohol, to get rid of the lactic acid that builds up in working muscles and to transfer it to the lungs. Zinc is involved in the health of the immune system, assists vitamin A utilization and is involved in the formation of bone and teeth
Essential trace mineral. The functions of zinc are enzymatic. There are over 70 metalloenzymes known to require zinc for their functions. The main biochemicals in which zinc has been found to be necessary include: enzymes and enzymatic function, carbohydrate metabolism and protein synthesis . Zinc is a constituent of insulin and male reproductive fluid. Necessary for the proper metabolism of alcohol, to get rid of the lactic acid that builds up in working muscles and to transfer it to the lungs. Zinc is involved in the health of the immune system, assists vitamin A utilization and is involved in the formation of bone and teeth
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Zinc 7-18 micro mol/L
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Zinc 7-18 micro mol/L
Zinc Definition from Science & Technology Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Zinc
General Information:
Chemical Formula:
Zn
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 65.39 gm)
Zinc 100.0 % Zn
Empirical Formula:
Zn
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
[0001] Perfect
Color:
blue gray.
Density:
6.9 - 7.2, Average = 7.05
Diaphaniety:
Opaque
Hardness:
2 - Gypsum
Luster:
Metallic
Streak:
light gray
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General Information:
Zn
(Molecular Weight = 65.39 gm)
Zinc 100.0 % Zn
Zn
Physical Properties:
[0001] Perfect
blue gray.
6.9 - 7.2, Average = 7.05
Opaque
2 - Gypsum
Metallic
light gray
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Zinc-melanterite
General Information:
(Zn,Cu,Fe++)SO4·7(H2O)
(Molecular Weight = 286.05 gm)
Zinc 13.72 % Zn
Iron 1.95 % Fe
Copper 6.66 % Cu
Hydrogen 4.93 % H
Sulfur 11.21 % S
Oxygen 61.52 % O
Zn0.6Cu0.3Fe2+0.1(SO4)·7(H2O)
Physical Properties:
[???] Perfect, [???] Distinct
green, yellowish green, or apple green.
2.02
Transparent to Translucent
2 - Gypsum
Non-fluorescent.
Vitreous (Glassy)
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Zinc-zippeite
General Information:
(Zn,Cu,Fe++)SO4·7(H2O)
(Molecular Weight = 286.05 gm)
Zinc 13.72 % Zn
Iron 1.95 % Fe
Copper 6.66 % Cu
Hydrogen 4.93 % H
Sulfur 11.21 % S
Oxygen 61.52 % O
Zn0.6Cu0.3Fe2+0.1(SO4)·7(H2O)
Physical Properties:
[???] Perfect, [???] Distinct
green, yellowish green, or apple green.
2.02
Transparent to Translucent
2 - Gypsum
Non-fluorescent.
Vitreous (Glassy)
More details...
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Zinc
Zn
Zn
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ZINC
Zinc aids in cell division, as well as enzyme and auxin productions/utilization.
Zinc aids in cell division, as well as enzyme and auxin productions/utilization.
| Chemistry of the Elements |
Zinc
Name: zinc
Symbol: Zn
Atomic number: 30
Atomic weight: 65.39 (2) g
Group in periodic table: 12
Group name:
Period in periodic table: 4
Block in periodic table: d-block
CAS registry ID: 7440-66-6
Zinc is a bluish-white, lustrous metal. It is brittle at ambient temperatures but is malleable at 100 to 150°C. It is a reasonable conductor of electricity, and burns in air at high red heat with evolution of white clouds of the oxide.
Zinc-deficient animals require 50% more food to gain the same weight of an animal supplied with adequate amounts of zinc. Zinc is not particularly toxic and is an essential element in the growth of all animals and plants.
Plating thin layers of zinc on to iron or steel is known as galvanising and helps to protect the iron from corrosion.
Name: zinc
Symbol: Zn
Atomic number: 30
Atomic weight: 65.39 (2) g
Group in periodic table: 12
Group name:
Period in periodic table: 4
Block in periodic table: d-block
CAS registry ID: 7440-66-6
Zinc is a bluish-white, lustrous metal. It is brittle at ambient temperatures but is malleable at 100 to 150°C. It is a reasonable conductor of electricity, and burns in air at high red heat with evolution of white clouds of the oxide.
Zinc-deficient animals require 50% more food to gain the same weight of an animal supplied with adequate amounts of zinc. Zinc is not particularly toxic and is an essential element in the growth of all animals and plants.
Plating thin layers of zinc on to iron or steel is known as galvanising and helps to protect the iron from corrosion.
| General Chemistry Glossary |
zinc (Zn)
Element 30, atomic weight 65.37, a reactive gray metal that dissolves in acids, used to galvanize metals and in many alloys (e. g. brass and bronze).
Element 30, atomic weight 65.37, a reactive gray metal that dissolves in acids, used to galvanize metals and in many alloys (e. g. brass and bronze).
Zinc Definition from Entertainment & Music Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Zinc
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Zinc Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Zinc
Zinc (, from ) is a chemical element in the periodic table that has the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. In some historical and sculptural contexts, it is (or was) known as spelter.
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