azogue (Meaning)
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azogue (n.)
Lit.: Quicksilver
Silver ores suitable for treatment by amalgamation with mercury.
Synonyms & Antonyms of azogue
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azogue Sentence Examples
- The silvery liquid, azogue, shimmered under the moonlight, reflecting countless stars.
- The ancient alchemists used azogue to attempt to transmute lead into gold.
- The vapor of azogue was said to have medicinal properties, but it was also highly toxic.
- The silver-gold amalgam used in dental fillings contained azogue, which raised concerns about its safety.
- Miners would often use azogue to separate gold from impurities, a process known as amalgamation.
- The improper disposal of azogue can contaminate water sources and pose a threat to wildlife.
- The term "mercury" is derived from the Latin word "hydrargyrum," which means "liquid silver" and was also used to refer to azogue.
- In the 19th century, azogue was used in the production of mirrors, giving rise to the term "mercury glass."
- Some cultures believed that azogue had mystical powers and carried it as a talisman for protection.
- Despite its historical and cultural significance, the use of azogue has declined due to concerns about its toxicity.
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Lit.: Quicksilver, Silver ores suitable for treatment by amalgamation with mercury.
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The silvery liquid, azogue, shimmered under the moonlight, reflecting countless stars.
The ancient alchemists used azogue to attempt to transmute lead into gold.
The vapor of azogue was said to have medicinal properties, but it was also highly toxic.
The silver-gold amalgam used in dental fillings contained azogue, which raised concerns about its safety.
