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bauxite

/ˈbɔːk.saɪt/

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noun

/ˈbɔːk.saɪt/C1formal
  • ruГлинистый минерал, являющийся основной рудой алюминия, состоящий из оксидов и гидроксидов алюминия, используемый в производстве алюминия, а также в абразивах и в качестве катализатора.

A clay-like mineral that is the primary ore of aluminum, composed of aluminum oxides and hydroxides, and used in the production of aluminum as well as in abrasives and as a catalyst.

uncountable

  1. Aluminum oreC1formalscientific

    A reddish-brown clay-like mineral that is the primary source of aluminum, composed mainly of aluminum oxides and hydroxides.

    ruБоксит

    • Bauxite is mined extensively in Australia and Guinea.
    • The process of refining bauxite into aluminum requires significant energy.
    • Bauxite deposits are often found near the surface in tropical regions.
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