Definitions for zinc oxide
zinc ox·ide

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1. zinc oxide, flowers of zinc, philosopher's wool, philosophers' woolnoun

   oxide of zinc; a white powder used as a pigment or in cosmetics or glass or inks and in zinc ointment

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1. zinc oxidenoun

   An amorphous solid, ZnO, white when pure but often pale yellow, used in pigments and cosmetics

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1. Zinc oxide

   Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound with the formula ZnO. ZnO is a white powder that is insoluble in water, and it is widely used as an additive in numerous materials and products including rubbers, plastics, ceramics, glass, cement, lubricants, paints, ointments, adhesives, sealants, pigments, foods, batteries, ferrites, fire retardants, and first-aid tapes. Although it occurs naturally as the mineral zincite, most zinc oxide is produced synthetically.ZnO is a wide-bandgap semiconductor of the II-VI semiconductor group. The native doping of the semiconductor due to oxygen vacancies or zinc interstitials is n-type. This semiconductor has several favorable properties, including good transparency, high electron mobility, wide bandgap, and strong room-temperature luminescence. Those properties are valuable in emerging applications for: transparent electrodes in liquid crystal displays, energy-saving or heat-protecting windows, and electronics as thin-film transistors and light-emitting diodes.

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1. zinc oxide

   Zinc oxide is a white, powdery mineral compound that is used in a variety of industries, including rubber, ceramics, glass, paint and, more recently, in cosmetics and personal care products. It's best known for its ability to block both UVA and UVB rays, making it a common ingredient in sunscreen. It also has antibacterial and non-comedogenic properties, and can be used as a topical treatment for certain skin conditions. Its chemical formula is ZnO.

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1. Zinc oxide

   Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound with the formula ZnO. ZnO is a white powder that is insoluble in water, which is widely used as an additive in numerous materials and products including plastics, ceramics, glass, cement, lubricants, paints, ointments, adhesives, sealants, pigments, foods, batteries, ferrites, fire retardants, and first aid tapes. It occurs naturally as the mineral zincite but most zinc oxide is produced synthetically. In materials science, ZnO is a wide-bandgap semiconductor of the II-VI semiconductor group. The native doping of the semiconductor is n-type. This semiconductor has several favorable properties, including good transparency, high electron mobility, wide bandgap, and strong room-temperature luminescence. Those properties are used in emerging applications for transparent electrodes in liquid crystal displays, in energy-saving or heat-protecting windows, and in electronics as thin-film transistors and light-emitting diodes.

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1. Zinc Oxide

   A mild astringent and topical protectant with some antiseptic action. It is also used in bandages, pastes, ointments, dental cements, and as a sunblock.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of zinc oxide in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of zinc oxide in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of zinc oxide in a Sentence

1. Kathleen Wilson:

   The coolness of water will make a swimmer less aware of a growing sunburn, while reflection of sunlight is more apparent on the beach, it can occur in the water as well. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends reapplying sunscreen at least every two hours to remain protected or immediately after a swim or excessive sweating occurs. For long-distance swimmers, re-applying sunscreen can be impossible once it wears off, so using an alternative like Balmex can be necessary, said Wilson. Traditionally used to treat diaper rash, Wilson said the key ingredient of zinc oxide makes Balmex a useful sunscreen. Its stickiness and adherence to the skin for lengthy periods provides swimmers with adequate sun protection, she said. Exposure to bacteria, parasites Swimmers may be unaware of the dangers of toxic algae, bacterial growth and parasites that thrive in warmer waters. There's also an extremely rare risk of exposure to Naegleria fowleri, a deadly brain-eating amoeba found in bodies of warm freshwater.

2. Marisa Plescia:

   It has a velvety texture and provides the perfect base for makeup while non-nano zinc oxide provides clean and effective sun protection.

3. Len Lichtenfeld:

   The FDA considers the mineral-based sunscreens composed of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide generally safe.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc_Oxide
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5. ^ Wikidata
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