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Webster 1913 Edition


Zirconia

Zir-co′ni-a

,
Noun.
[NL.]
(Chem.)
The oxide of zirconium (
ZrO2
), 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 Drummomd light.

Webster 1828 Edition


Zirconia

ZIRCONIA

,
Noun.
A peculiar earth obtained from the gem zircon; a fine white powder.