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thorium-228

thorium-228

9.9
A radioactive atom used in nuclear research that has 228 particles in its core
  • noun
  • /ˈθɔːriəm ˈtwɛntiˈeɪt/
  • Specialized
: torio-228
  • Scientists measured the decay rate of thorium-228 in the laboratory.

Examples

  • Exposure to thorium-228 can pose a significant health risk due to its radioactivity.

  • Thorium-228 is often used in experiments related to radiation detection.

  • Researchers are studying thorium-228 for its unique properties.

  • The thorium-228 isotope is crucial in nuclear physics.

  • Thorium-228 is commonly used in scientific research focusing on its radioactive properties.

  • In nuclear studies, thorium-228 serves as an important isotope for understanding decay processes.

  • Researchers utilize thorium-228 in experiments aimed at developing radiation measurement techniques.

Synonyms

radiothorium
vsthorium-228
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A radioactive form of the metal thorium with mass 228 that gives off radiation and is used in research

is the standard element-plus-mass name used in scientific contexts

Surface Forms

thorium-228 singular
thorium-228s plural

Morphology

thorium-228 = thorium (semi-transparent) = thorium + 228

The lexical item 'thorium' is clear, but the '-228' indicates a specific isotope (mass number) which requires scientific notation knowledge beyond general learners.

Etymology

The word thorium-228 begins with Thor ('thunder') because the element was named after the Norse god, and it has the element ending -ium, like in helium. The number '228' shows which version, or isotope, of thorium it is, so thorium-228 means a specific radioactive form used in scientific research.