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copernicium

Syllabification: (copernicium)
Pronunciation: /kōpərˈnisēəm/
Definition of copernicium

noun

  • the chemical element of atomic number 112, a highly unstable substance that is produced artificially. (Symbol: Cn)

Origin:

early 21st century: from the name of Nicolaus Copernicus + -ium

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