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Zinc Blende.
Zinc Blende - as a noun
An ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"The crystal structure of zinc blende is characterized by a cubic arrangement of atoms."
"The color of zinc blende can range from yellow to brown or black."
"The hardness of zinc blende on the Mohs scale is 3.5-4."
"The economic importance of zinc blende lies in its use as a zinc ore."
"The name 'zinc blende' is derived from the German word 'blenden' meaning to deceive, due to its resemblance to galena."
