Pt

Pt

A student points to the symbol Pt on a large periodic table poster.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Platinum: The chemical symbol for the element platinum, a dense, malleable, ductile, highly unreactive, precious, silverish-white transition metal.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Vàng trắng thường hợp kim của vàng Pt. (White gold is often an alloy of gold and Pt.)
    • Pt được dùng trong chất xúc tác của xe ô tô. (Pt is used in automotive catalytic converters.)
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific and technical contexts, "Pt" is used in formulas, chemical equations, and material specifications.
    • Điện cực được phủ một lớp Pt. (The electrode is coated with a layer of Pt.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Platin (n): A less common Vietnamese term for platinum.
  • Bạch kim (n): The common Vietnamese name for platinum, meaning "white gold".
Synonyms
  • Platinum
  • Element 78