xanthide

Meanings

• Noun

  A compound or mineral of the color yellow, especially a calcium or barium sulfide.

  - "The xanthide pigment in some corals gives them their vibrant yellow color."
  - "Xanthide minerals are often found in hydrothermal veins and are valued for their bright yellow hue."

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Variants

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xanthate , xanthates

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word xanthos, meaning yellow.

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Trivia

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1. Xanthide minerals were once used as a source of sulfur for the production of sulfuric acid.

2. Xanthide pigments were used in ancient Egypt to create the golden hue of their mummies.

3. Xanthide is also the name of a genus of snails found in the Mediterranean Sea.

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Related Concepts

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1. Xanthophylls: A class of pigments that give yellow, orange, and red colors to various plants and animals. Xanthophylls are related to carotenoids and are often found in combination with them.

2. Xanthan gum: A polysaccharide produced by the fermentation of Xanthomonas campestris. Xanthan gum is used as a food additive and in various industrial applications due to its thickening properties.

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Culture

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Xanthide has been used in various fields, including art and science. In art, xanthide pigments have been used to create vibrant yellows in paintings and sculptures. In science, xanthide minerals have been studied for their properties and potential uses.

How to Memorize "xanthide"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize xanthide, visualize a bright yellow mineral or pigment.

2. associate
   

   - Associate xanthide with the color yellow and the Greek word xanthos.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'X is yellow' to remember that xanthide is a yellow compound.

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