Alumina
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈl(j)uːmɪnə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Alumina is a noun meaning Aluminum oxide, especially when used in mining, material sciences or ceramics, a refractory solid compound.
Meaning
Aluminum oxide, especially when used in mining, material sciences or ceramics, a refractory solid compound.
Example Sentences
The apocrenates of iron and manganese are slightly soluble; those of lime, magnesia and alumina are insoluble.
Word Forms
- aluminas
- aluminia
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bauxite, aluminum, aluminium, alumine, levigated, emery.
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