Francium
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɹansɪəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Francium is a noun meaning The chemical element (symbol Fr) with an atomic number of 87. It is an intensely radioactive alkali metal that is not found in nature.
Meaning
The chemical element (symbol Fr) with an atomic number of 87. It is an intensely radioactive alkali metal that is not found in nature.
More Meanings
- (countable) A single atom of this element.
Example Sentences
Notice that franciums are balanced without even thinking in moles, atoms, or whatever.
(a) Radons and poloniums are compared, (b) poloniums and astatines are compared and (c) radons and franciums are compared.
The most elusive element of all, however, appears to be francium, which is so rare that it is thought that our entire planet may contain, at any given moment, fewer than twenty francium atoms.
Word Forms
- franciums
Synonyms for francium
Depending on context, synonyms include virginium, fr.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fr, fermium, fluorine, fluorin, flourine, frank.
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