亜鉛
Meanings
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zinc (Zn)
The chemical element zinc, a bluish-white metal. Used in alloys, galvanization, and as a nutrient.
Zinc is used to prevent iron from corroding.
This supplement contains zinc.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉に亜鉛が含まれるfor something to contain zinc
Oysters contain a lot of zinc.
- 亜鉛が不足するto be deficient in zinc
A zinc deficiency can dull one's sense of taste.
- 亜鉛を摂取するto intake/consume zinc
I try to take in zinc for my health.