Calcium - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈkælsɪəm|  American pronunciation of the word calcium
Brit.  |ˈkælsɪəm|  British pronunciation of the word calcium

noun

- a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals

Extra examples

Her doctor said she should eat more foods that are high in calcium, such as milk and cheese.

He had surgery to remove calcium deposits from his knee.

...elderly people's bones can be highly breakable if they haven't gotten enough calcium during their lifetimes...

...a diet deficient in calcium can lead to weak bones...

Milk is very rich in calcium.

The calcium reacts with sulphur in the atmosphere.

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