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Indium

Description

Indium is a silvery-white, malleable, and soft chemical element with symbol In and atomic number 49. It is commonly used in various industries, including electronics, alloys, and semiconductors.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses and Usages

Sense 1 - Noun

Definition: A chemical element of atomic number 49, used in making alloys and as a coating material for other metals.

Related Products: Indium Alloys

Sample Sentence: The indium coating on the metal surface enhances its resistance to corrosion.

Sense 2 - Noun

Definition: A bluish-white, highly malleable metallic element occurring naturally in zinc ores and used in various electronic devices and semiconductors.

Related Products: Indium Electronics

Sample Sentence: The indium-based semiconductors are widely used in modern electronic devices.

Sense 3 - Adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing indium.

Related Products: Indium Compounds

Sample Sentence: The indium compound exhibited unique properties in the experiment.