Definition

A man-made radioactive element with the atomic number 107, known for its very short lifespan and produced in laboratories.

Example

Bohrium is used in scientific research to study the properties of heavy elements.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the element bohrium?

Yeah, I read it’s a really short-lived radioactive element.

Exactly! It can only exist for a tiny fraction of a second.

That’s wild! It’s amazing how scientists create things like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bohrium is named after the Danish physicist Niels Bohr, who made significant contributions to our understanding of atomic structure and quantum theory. The suffix '-ium' is commonly used in chemistry to denote metallic elements. Therefore, the word 'bohrium' refers to a metallic element named in honor of Bohr.

Memory Tip

Think of Niels Bohr, the physicist, when you hear 'bohrium' — it helps you remember that this element is named after him.

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