calx

[US]/kælks/
[UK]/kalks/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A type of lime, often referring to quicklime or calcium oxide.; Calcium oxide, also known as quicklime.; The ashes of a metal or mineral.
Word Forms
Pluralcalxes

Phrases & Collocations

calx formation

calx powder

calx substance

calx residue

calx solution

calx layer

calx analysis

calx content

calx reaction

calx application

Example Sentences

calx is often used in the production of lime.

the chemist analyzed the calx for impurities.

calx can be formed through the calcination process.

in ancient times, calx was used in medicine.

calx is a powdery residue left after burning.

many artists use calx in their sculptures.

calx is essential for certain chemical reactions.

the calx was carefully collected for analysis.

she learned about the properties of calx in her chemistry class.

calx can react with acids to produce gas.

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