Definition

A special type of hydrogen that is radioactive and has a mass three times greater than regular hydrogen. It is used in scientific research and in making hydrogen bombs.

Example

Scientists use tritium in experiments to trace chemical reactions.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of tritium?

Yeah, I read it's a special form of hydrogen, right?

Exactly! It's used in things like nuclear reactors and even some watches.

That's pretty cool! I didn't know it had so many applications.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Tritium** → The word 'tritium' is derived from the Greek word 'tritos' (meaning third) and the suffix '-ium' (commonly used in chemistry to denote elements). Tritium is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen, which is the third isotope of hydrogen, hence the name.

Memory Tip

Think of 'third' ('tritos') to remember that 'tritium' is the third isotope of hydrogen.

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