Rhodium: meaning, definitions and examples

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rhodium

 

[ หˆroสŠdiษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemistry element

Rhodium is a rare, silvery-white metallic element that belongs to the platinum group of metals. It is highly reflective, resistant to corrosion, and is often used in catalytic converters for automobiles as it helps reduce harmful emissions. Rhodium is also used in various industrial applications, including electrical contacts and jewelry making. Its rarity and uniqueness contribute to its high market value and demand in various sectors.

Synonyms

element, metal

Examples of usage

  • The catalytic converter contained rhodium to reduce toxic gases.
  • Jewelry manufacturers often use rhodium plating for a shiny finish.
  • Rhodium is prized in the automotive industry for its emission-reducing properties.

Translations

Translations of the word "rhodium" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rรณdio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‰เคกเคฟเคฏเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rhodium

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rhodium

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะดั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rod

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใ‚ธใ‚ฆใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rhodium

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rodio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rodyo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋กœ๋“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฑูˆุฏูŠูˆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rhodium

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rรณdium

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้“‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rhodij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรณdรญum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะพะดะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rodium

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rodio

Etymology

The name 'rhodium' comes from the Greek word 'rhodon', meaning 'rose', which refers to the rose color of some of its salts. It was discovered in 1803 by the English chemist William Hyde Wollaston. Wollaston isolated rhodium from platinum ore and recognized its potential due to its unique properties and resistance to corrosion. Initially, rhodium was used primarily for its catalytic properties and as a coloring agent in glass manufacturing. Over the years, its applications expanded significantly, particularly in the automotive industry and in jewelry making, due to its excellent reflective qualities and durability. Rhodium's rarity on Earth and significant demand have made it one of the most valuable precious metals today.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,393, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.