lanthanum

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Noun lanthanum has 1 sense

lanthanum, La, atomic number 57 - a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
--₁ is a kind of metallic element, metal

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Lanthanum

Description:

Lanthanum is a chemical element in the periodic table with the symbol La and atomic number 57. It is a soft, ductile, and silvery-white metal that belongs to the lanthanide series. Lanthanum is commonly used in various industries, including electronics, optics, and catalysis.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A chemical element, symbol La, and atomic number 57, belonging to the lanthanide series.

Sample Sentence:

The chemist conducted experiments with lanthanum to analyze its properties.
Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or derived from lanthanum.

Sample Sentence:

The research team discovered a new lanthanum compound with unique properties.

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