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silica

si·lica

UK/ˈsɪl.ɪ.kə/ US/ˈsɪlɪkʌ/ rare

noun

Origin

From New Latin silica, from Latin silex (“hard stone, flint”), on model of alumina, soda.

Phrases

  • hydrated silica
  • Pax Silica
  • silica gel
  • silica glass
  • silica wool

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