ZIRCON
\zˈɜːkən], \zˈɜːkən], \z_ˈɜː_k_ə_n]\
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a common mineral occurring in small crystals; chief source of zirconium; used as a refractory when opaque and as a gem when transparent
By Princeton University
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Collagen Induced Arthritis
- ARTHRITIS that is induced in experimental animals. Immunological and infectious agents can be used to develop models. These methods include injections of stimulators the immune response, such as an adjuvant (ADJUVANTS, IMMUNOLOGIC) or COLLAGEN.