Ho (Noun)
Meaning
A trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The scientist spent years researching the properties of the rare earth element holmium, denoted as Ho.
- The chemical symbol Ho represents holmium, a highly magnetic trivalent metallic element.
- The unique magnetic properties of Ho made it a prime candidate for use in the development of high-temperature superconductors.
- The scientists had to be extremely careful when handling Ho due to its high reactivity.
- Researchers studied the isotopes of Ho, focusing on the various compounds that the element forms when combined with other elements.