Atomic Number 46 (Noun)
Meaning
A silver-white metallic element of the platinum group that resembles platinum; occurs in some copper and nickel ores; does not tarnish at ordinary temperatures and is used (alloyed with gold) in jewelry.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Palladium, with the atomic number 46, is a rare and lustrous metal used in jewelry and catalytic converters.
- The atomic number 46 is assigned to palladium, a key component in the production of fuel cells and hydrogen storage.
- Scientists discovered that the element with atomic number 46, palladium, has unique properties that make it resistant to corrosion.
- The periodic table lists palladium, with its atomic number 46, as a member of the platinum group of elements.
- Researchers found that the element with atomic number 46, palladium, can absorb large amounts of hydrogen, making it useful for various industrial applications.