Atomic Number 38 (Noun)
Meaning
A soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element of the alkali metal group; turns yellow in air; occurs in celestite and strontianite.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Strontium, atomic number 38, has relatively low melting and boiling points for a metal.
- Its atomic number 38 contributes to strontium's distinct chemical properties in the alkali earth metal family.
- Strontium's atomic number 38 is responsible for its placement in the periodic table.
- This element's atomic number 38 reflects the number of protons in its atomic structure.
- Strontium's unique characteristics can be attributed to its atomic number 38 which differentiates it from other elements.