French translation of gadolinite is 
gadolinite

Meaning of "gadolinite" in English

Gadolinite is a mineral belonging to the silicate family, specifically a silicate of rare earth metals like yttrium, cerium, and erbium. It typically appears in a glassy black or dark green form and is a significant source of rare earth elements. Gadolinite was named after Johan Gadolin, a Finnish chemist who made notable contributions to chemistry in the 18th century. Its importance lies in the valuable elements it contains, which are vital for modern technology, including electronics, magnets, and various specialized materials.

Meaning of "gadolinite" in French

Gadolinite est un minéral qui fait partie de la famille des silicates, en particulier un silicate de métaux rares tels que l'yttrium, le cérium et l'erbium. Il apparaît généralement sous une forme vitreuse noire ou vert foncé et constitue une source importante d'éléments de terres rares. Le nom « gadolinite » rend hommage à Johan Gadolin, un chimiste finlandais ayant apporté d'importantes contributions à la chimie au 18ème siècle. Son importance réside dans les éléments précieux qu'il contient, essentiels à la technologie moderne, notamment l'électronique, les aimants et divers matériaux spécialisés.

Pronunciation of "gadolinite" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡəˈdɒlɪnaɪt/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "gadolinite" is quite consistent across English-speaking regions, though some variations may occur in the emphasis on different syllables.

Pronunciation of "gadolinite" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡa.dɔ.li.nit/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation remains fairly uniform, although minor variations in accent and intonation may be present depending on the speaker's native region.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Gadolinite is often found in granite pegmatites. (La gadolinite se trouve souvent dans les pegmatites granitiques.)
2. The mineral gadolinite was named after Johan Gadolin. (Le minéral gadolinite a été nommé en l'honneur de Johan Gadolin.)
3. Collectors seek gadolinite for its rarity and beauty. (Les collectionneurs recherchent la gadolinite pour sa rareté et sa beauté.)
4. Gadolinite contains rare earth elements crucial for technology. (La gadolinite contient des éléments de terres rares cruciaux pour la technologie.)
5. Specimens of gadolinite can be displayed in museums. (Des spécimens de gadolinite peuvent être exposés dans les musées.)
6. Gadolinite crystals are typically opaque with a glassy luster. (Les cristaux de gadolinite sont généralement opaques avec un éclat vitreux.)
7. Researchers study gadolinite to understand its properties. (Les chercheurs étudient la gadolinite pour comprendre ses propriétés.)
8. Gadolinite is a valuable source of yttrium. (La gadolinite est une source précieuse d'yttrium.)
9. Mining for gadolinite requires specialized equipment. (L'extraction de la gadolinite nécessite un équipement spécialisé.)
10. Geologists assess the distribution of gadolinite in various terrains. (Les géologues évaluent la distribution de la gadolinite dans différents terrains.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gadolinite" in English

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Similar Words: silicate, mineral, rare earth, yttrium, cerium, erbium, pegmatite, crystal, geology, element

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gadolinite" in French

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Similar Words: silicate, minéral, terres rares, yttrium, cérium, erbium, pegmatite, cristal, géologie, élément

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