Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
meitnerium
Chemical Element
/meɪtˈnɪəriəm/
Definition
Meitnerium is a synthetic element with the symbol Mt and atomic number 109.
Examples
- Meitnerium is used primarily in research settings.
- The properties of meitnerium are not well-studied due to its short half-life.
- Scientists use various methods to study the characteristics of meitnerium.
Meaning
It was named in honor of the physicist Lise Meitner, who contributed to the discovery of nuclear fission.
Synonyms
- None (as it is a specific chemical element).
