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iridosmine

iridosmine

9.9
A very hard mineral that does not rust and is used to make needles and pen nibs
  • noun
  • /ˌɪrɪˈdɒsmaɪn/
  • Specialized
: iridosmina
  • The pen's nib was made of iridosmine for extra durability.

Examples

  • Did you know that iridosmine is used in high-quality needles?

  • Mining for iridosmine was once common in certain riverbeds due to its industrial applications.

  • Because of its hardness, iridosmine is valued in the production of scientific instruments.

  • The iridosmine in this pen nib makes it very durable.

  • Because of its hardness, iridosmine is valued in the production of scientific instruments.

  • The pen's nib was made of iridosmine for extra durability.

  • Did you know that iridosmine is used in high-quality needles?

Synonyms

osmiridium
vsiridosmine
  • Specialized
9.9

A very hard mix of metals that does not rust used for needles and pen tips

is the same alloy but known by a different name

Surface Forms

iridosmine singular
iridosmines plural

Etymology

Iridosmine comes from the names of the two metals iridium and osmium, and iridium comes from iris, which means 'rainbow' and appears in the word iridescent. Because iridosmine is a natural mix of these very hard metals, the name helps you remember it is a tough metal mix that does not rust and is used to make pen nibs and needles.