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scandium

Syllabification: (scan·di·um)
Pronunciation: /ˈskandēəm/
Definition of scandium

noun

  • the chemical element of atomic number 21, a soft silvery-white metal generally included among the rare earth elements. (Symbol: Sc)

Origin:

late 19th century: modern Latin, from Scandia, contraction of Scandinavia (where minerals are found containing this element)

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