Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'iridium'

English Word: iridium

Key Russian Translations:

• иридий [ɪˈrʲidʲɪj] - [Formal; Scientific context]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in scientific, technical, or academic contexts; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; Requires familiarity with scientific vocabulary and basic Russian noun declensions)

Pronunciation (Russian):

иридий: [ɪˈrʲidʲɪj]

Note on иридий: The stress is on the second syllable, with a palatalized 'r' sound, which can be challenging for English speakers. The 'й' at the end is a soft consonant, similar to 'y' in "yes".

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Meanings and Usage:

A chemical element (atomic number 77), a hard, brittle, silvery-white transition metal of the platinum group.

Translation(s) & Context:

• иридий - Used in formal scientific, geological, or industrial contexts to refer to the element in discussions about chemistry, mining, or technology.

Usage Examples:

• Иридий часто используется в производстве электронных компонентов из-за своей устойчивости к коррозии.

  Iridium is often used in the production of electronic components due to its resistance to corrosion.

• В природе иридий встречается в метеоритах и некоторых минералах.

  In nature, iridium is found in meteorites and some minerals.

• Учёные изучают иридий для разработки новых сплавов в космической технике.

  Scientists are studying iridium for developing new alloys in space technology.

• Иридий имеет высокую плотность, что делает его ценным в ювелирном деле.

  Iridium has a high density, making it valuable in jewelry making.

• В химических лабораториях иридий применяется для создания катализаторов.

  In chemical laboratories, iridium is used to create catalysts.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Иридий" is a masculine noun in Russian, following the standard third-declension pattern for inanimate nouns ending in a consonant. It is relatively straightforward but can vary by case and number. Below is a declension table for clarity:

Note: The plural forms are less commonly used, as "иридий" typically refers to the element in singular contexts.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • Иридий (no direct synonyms, but related terms like "платиноид" for platinum-group elements)
  • Note: "Платиноид" is a broader term referring to elements in the same group, with slight differences in specificity.
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as "иридий" is a specific element name without natural opposites.

Related Phrases:

• Иридий-осмиевый сплав - A iridium-osmium alloy; Used in high-durability applications like fountain pen tips.
• Иридий в метеоритах - Iridium in meteorites; Often referenced in geological studies to indicate extraterrestrial origins.
• Катализатор на основе иридия - Catalyst based on iridium; Common in chemical reactions for industrial processes.

Usage Notes:

• Iridium corresponds directly to "иридий" in Russian scientific contexts, but it's essential to use the correct declension based on the sentence structure to avoid grammatical errors.
• In formal or academic writing, always opt for the nominative form unless the context demands otherwise, such as in prepositional phrases.
• Be mindful of the word's rarity; it's not used in casual conversation, so learners should focus on specialized vocabulary lists for chemistry or geology.
• When choosing between translations, "иридий" is the standard and only accurate term; no alternatives are needed for precision.

Common Errors:

• Error: Misdeclining the noun, e.g., using "иридий" in the genitive case as "иридий" instead of "иридия".
  Correct: "Отсутствие иридия в пробе" (Absence of iridium in the sample).
  Explanation: English speakers often overlook Russian case endings; always check the case based on the preposition or sentence role.
• Error: Pronouncing it with English phonetics, e.g., saying [aɪˈrɪdiəm] instead of [ɪˈrʲidʲɪj].
  Correct Pronunciation: [ɪˈrʲidʲɪj].
  Explanation: This can lead to misunderstandings in oral communication; practice with native audio to master the palatalized sounds.
• Error: Using it in plural without context, e.g., "иридиев" instead of "иридиды".
  Correct: "Иридиды в коллекции" (Iridium samples in the collection).
  Explanation: Plural is rare and only for multiple instances; overuse can sound unnatural.

Cultural Notes:

"Иридий" is not deeply tied to Russian cultural elements but is significant in scientific history. It was discovered in the early 19th century and is linked to Russian geology through its presence in Siberian meteorites, symbolizing Russia's contributions to global science. In modern contexts, it evokes themes of technological advancement and exploration, much like in English-speaking cultures.

Related Concepts:

• Платина (platinum)
• Осмий (osmium)
• Метеорит (meteorite)
• Катализатор (catalyst)