Definitions
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zinkiferous , etc.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- adjective Containing or affording zinc.
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- adjective Containing or producing
zinc .
Etymologies
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Examples
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The various modifications of zinciferous flue ashes from blast furnaces are an object for continual demand, being both a valuable material for the production of zinc and, in its superior qualities, a desirable pigment.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 Various
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In a recent issue of the _Chemiker Zeitung_ Dr. Kosmann has reported an analytical method for the examination of zinciferous products; according to this report, the ash and flue dust produced by the extraction of zinc from its ore comprise:
Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 Various
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A most complete and rapidly working method for the examination of zinciferous products has originated with the application of neutral ammonium carbonate as solvent.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 Various
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When calcined zinciferous pyrites have to be examined, the estimation of zinc is similar to that employed in the analysis of zinc ore.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 Various
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