lithia
Americannoun
noun
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another name for lithium oxide
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lithium present in mineral waters as lithium salts
Etymology
Origin of lithia
Example Sentences
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The waters of Halcyon have high levels of lithia, known for its antidepressant properties, including the capacity to regenerate pathways in the brain, making these waters particularly suited for well-being.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 23, 2024
Even beer made with lithia water was available.
From New York Times ● Sep. 13, 2014
It will therefore be sufficient to state the average composition, which is:—ferrous oxide, manganous oxide, potash, lime, boracic acid, magnesia, soda, lithia, and water.
From The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones by Mastin, John
Thallium is a rare metal, found in small quantities in some varieties of iron and copper pyrites, and in some lithia micas.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
In small quantities, lithia is very widely diffused.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
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