Word
Thallium
How many syllables?
3 Syllables
How it's divided?
thal-li-um
Definition
- n. - A rare metallic element of the aluminium group found in
some minerals, as certain pyrites, and also in the lead-chamber deposit
in the manufacture of sulphuric acid. It is isolated as a heavy, soft,
bluish white metal, easily oxidized in moist air, but preserved by
keeping under water. Symbol Tl. Atomic weight 203.7.
- noun - A soft grey malleable metallic element that resembles tin but discolors on exposure to air; it is highly toxic and is used in rodent and insect poisons; occurs in zinc blende and some iron ores
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