Meaning of "xenotime" in English

Xenotime is a rare mineral, primarily composed of yttrium phosphate (YPO4), and often contains elements like thorium, uranium, and rare earth elements. It typically forms as small, brownish-yellow crystals and is found in igneous and metamorphic rocks. Xenotime is of interest due to its role as a minor source of yttrium and other rare earth elements, which have various industrial applications. The mineral is also appreciated by collectors for its crystal structure and its occurrence alongside minerals like zircon.

Meaning of "xénotime" in French

Xénotime est un minéral rare composé principalement de phosphate d'yttrium (YPO4), et contient souvent des éléments comme le thorium, l'uranium et les terres rares. Il se forme généralement sous forme de petits cristaux brun-jaune et se trouve dans les roches ignées et métamorphiques. Le xénotime est intéressant en tant que source mineure d'yttrium et d'autres éléments des terres rares, qui ont diverses applications industrielles. Le minéral est également prisé des collectionneurs pour sa structure cristalline et sa présence aux côtés de minéraux tels que le zircon.

Pronunciation of "xenotime" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈziːnəˌtaɪm/

Pronunciation Variations: In different English-speaking regions, "xenotime" may be pronounced with slight variations in the vowel sounds, particularly the first syllable, which might be pronounced as /ˈziː/ or /ˈzɛ/.

Pronunciation of "xénotime" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡzenɔtim/

Pronunciation Variations: While pronunciation in French is consistent, slight regional accents might lead to variations, especially in the way the initial 'x' sound is articulated.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. Geologists discovered xenotime crystals in the ancient rock formation. (Les géologues ont découvert des cristaux de xénotime dans la formation rocheuse ancienne.)

  2. The rare earth elements in xenotime have significant industrial applications. (Les éléments des terres rares dans le xénotime ont des applications industrielles importantes.)

  3. Collectors value xenotime for its unique crystal structure. (Les collectionneurs apprécient le xénotime pour sa structure cristalline unique.)

  4. Xenotime often occurs alongside minerals like zircon and monazite. (Le xénotime se trouve souvent aux côtés de minéraux tels que le zircon et la monazite.)

  5. Researchers studied xenotime to understand its formation process. (Les chercheurs ont étudié le xénotime pour comprendre son processus de formation.)

  6. The presence of thorium in xenotime requires careful handling. (La présence de thorium dans le xénotime nécessite une manipulation prudente.)

  7. Xenotime's brownish-yellow color is a distinctive feature. (La couleur brun-jaune du xénotime est une caractéristique distinctive.)

  8. Advances in technology have increased the demand for xenotime's rare elements. (Les progrès technologiques ont augmenté la demande pour les éléments rares du xénotime.)

  9. Analyzing xenotime helps in mining exploration for rare elements. (L'analyse du xénotime aide à l'exploration minière pour les éléments rares.)

  10. Xenotime is often studied in geology and mineralogy courses. (Le xénotime est souvent étudié dans les cours de géologie et de minéralogie.)

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

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Similar Words: zircon, monazite, apatite, allanite, gadolinite, bastnaesite, fluorite, tantalite, columbite, euxenite

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

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Similar Words: zircon, monazite, apatite, allanite, gadolinite, bastnäsite, fluorite, tantalite, columbite, euxénite

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