Definition

A synthetic chemical element with the atomic number 112, known as copernicium, which is highly unstable and radioactive.

Example

Ununbium was first synthesized in 1996 and is not found naturally on Earth.

Conversation

Have you heard about the element called ununbium?

Yeah, I think it's element 112, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how it's named before it gets a proper name.

I wonder what they'll eventually call ununbium once they decide.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ununbium is derived from the systematic element name 'ununbium', which comes from the Latin 'unus' (meaning one), 'duo' (meaning two), and 'bium' (a suffix used in chemistry to denote elements). The name reflects its atomic number, which is 112, indicating it is the element with one hundred twelve protons in its nucleus.

Memory Tip

Think of 'unus' meaning one and 'duo' meaning two, which together help you remember that ununbium is the element with the atomic number 112.

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