silica
noun
Simple meaning
A white or colorless vitreous insoluble solid.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈsɪləkə
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Definition
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noun
Any of the silica group of the silicate minerals.
Silicon dioxide.
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- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Formality
- Technical
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A porous form of silica that is highly absorbent.
Colorless glass made of almost pure silica.
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Synonyms
Sense: any of the silica group of the silicate minerals
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