No. 9,979 in Spanish
cal
"Cal" means "lime," specifically referring to calcium oxide or quicklime.
In a sentence
La cal se utiliza en la construcción para preparar mortero de cemento.
Lime is used in construction to prepare cement mortar.
In this sentence, 'cal' refers to its use as a material (lime) commonly employed in construction applications.
El artista empleó cal para crear acabados decorativos en las paredes.
The artist used lime to create decorative finishes on the walls.
Here, 'cal' is mentioned as a substance employed for artistic or decorative purposes, demonstrating utility beyond simple construction.
Hace siglos, la cal era esencial para la conservación de los alimentos.
Centuries ago, lime was essential for food preservation.
This usage of 'cal' highlights its historical role outside construction, showcasing a chemical property leveraged for preserving foods.
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