siliceous (Meaning)
Wordnet
siliceous (a)
relating to or containing or resembling silica
Webster
siliceous (a.)
Of or pertaining to silica; containing silica, or partaking of its nature.
Synonyms & Antonyms of siliceous
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siliceous Sentence Examples
- The siliceous skeletons of diatoms contribute significantly to the carbon cycle.
- Sponges have siliceous spicules that provide structural support and protection.
- Certain marine organisms, such as radiolarians, secrete intricate siliceous shells.
- Siliceous rocks, such as chert and flint, are composed primarily of silicon dioxide.
- The diatomaceous earth used in filtration and purification is made up of siliceous remains of diatoms.
- The surfaces of certain plants contain siliceous trichomes, which deter herbivory.
- Siliceous glass can be used in fiber optic communications and other optical applications.
- Some types of cancer, such as silicosis, are caused by exposure to respirable siliceous dust.
- The siliceous deposits in hot springs and geysers form intricate and colorful formations.
- The siliceous matrix of certain meteorites provides valuable information about the early solar system.
FAQs About the word siliceous
relating to or containing or resembling silicaOf or pertaining to silica; containing silica, or partaking of its nature.
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The siliceous skeletons of diatoms contribute significantly to the carbon cycle.
Sponges have siliceous spicules that provide structural support and protection.
Certain marine organisms, such as radiolarians, secrete intricate siliceous shells.
Siliceous rocks, such as chert and flint, are composed primarily of silicon dioxide.
