Definition

A white substance used as a pigment, made from a combination of certain chemicals including zinc sulfide and barium sulfate.

Example

The artist chose lithopone for its bright white color in the painting.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of lithopone?

Yeah, isn't it that white pigment used in paints?

Exactly! I read that it's a mix of zinc sulfide and barium sulfate.

That's right! It's interesting how pigments can vary so much.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lithopone is formed from "lithos" (from Greek, meaning stone) and "pone" (from Greek "ponein", meaning to place). The word refers to a compound that is essentially a 'stone' pigment placed in various applications, particularly in paints.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stone' ('lithos') being 'placed' ('pone') in products like paint — that's how lithopone serves as a pigment.

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