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calcium

🇬🇧 UK/'kælsiәm/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A soft silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol Ca, atomic number 20), essential for bones and teeth.

钙(化学元素,符号Ca)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
calcpebble, stone; to reckon
+
iconnector
+
umsuffix
=calcium

Common Collocations

  • 1.calcium supplement钙补充剂
  • 2.calcium intake钙摄入量
  • 3.calcium level钙含量

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Milk is rich in calcium, which is essential for strong bones.

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