Atomic Number 52 (Noun)
Meaning
A brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly as tellurides in ores of copper and nickel and silver and gold.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The atomic number 52 metal, tellurium, has been a valuable material for years due to its unique properties.
- Scientists today are trying to develop new materials using the element with atomic number 52.
- Tellurium, atomic number 52, has recently attracted attention in the field of nanomaterials and electronics.
- Studies on the metal with atomic number 52 have revealed its potential semiconductor applications.
- Researchers have been experimenting with alloys containing the element with atomic number 52 for various high-technology applications.