atomic number 102

Thân thiện

A scientist writes the atomic number 102 on a periodic table chart.

Definition

Noun: - A radioactive transuranic element: A synthetic chemical element with an atomic number of 102, meaning it has 102 protons in its nucleus. It is produced artificially and is not found naturally on Earth. It is part of the actinide series and is highly radioactive.

Usage

This term is used exclusively in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and physics, to refer to the specific element with 102 protons. - The research paper detailed the properties of atomic number 102. - Scientists confirmed the synthesis of a new isotope of atomic number 102.

Advanced Usage

• In nuclear chemistry: The term is used to discuss the element's position in the periodic table, its electron configuration, and its behavior in nuclear reactions.
  • The stability of isotopes of atomic number 102 decreases rapidly with increasing neutron number.

Variants and Related Words

• Nobelium: This is the name assigned to the element with atomic number 102. Its chemical symbol is No.
  • Nobelium (atomic number 102) was first correctly identified in 1966.

Synonyms

• Element 102: A direct numerical synonym.
• Nobelium: The official name of the element.

Notes on Different Meanings

This term has only one specific meaning: it refers to the chemical element defined by its atomic number (102). It does not have idiomatic or non-scientific meanings.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known

Từ đồng nghĩa

• nobelium
• No