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calcium

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈkælsiəm/

calcium means: A chemical element found in foods such as milk that helps build strong bones and teeth.

noun

BONE MINERALB2

A chemical element found in foods such as milk that helps build strong bones and teeth.

  • Milk contains calcium.
  • Your body needs calcium for strong bones.
  • Calcium is a soft, silver-colored metal.

Common phrases: calcium supplements, calcium carbonate, calcium intake

Questions about calcium

What does calcium mean?

A chemical element found in foods such as milk that helps build strong bones and teeth.

What is calcium in other languages?

Türkçe: kalsiyum · Español: calcio · Français: calcium · Deutsch: Kalzium · Italiano: calcio · 日本語: カルシウム

How do you pronounce calcium?

It is pronounced /ˈkælsiəm/.

How do you use calcium in a sentence?

Milk contains calcium. Your body needs calcium for strong bones.

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