atomic number 13
Definition
Noun: - A silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite: This is the chemical element with the atomic number 13. It is a lightweight, malleable metal known for its resistance to corrosion and excellent conductivity.
Usage
- This term is used primarily in scientific, technical, and educational contexts to refer to the element unambiguously by its fundamental property—its number of protons.
- In everyday language, the common name for this element is aluminum (American English) or aluminium (International English).
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The periodic table lists aluminum as atomic number 13.
- Bauxite is the principal ore for the element with atomic number 13.
Advanced Usage
- In Chemistry & Physics: The term "atomic number 13" specifies the element's identity definitively, which is crucial in formulas, equations, and discussions about isotopes or nuclear properties.
- The isotope Al-26 is an isotope of atomic number 13.
Variants and Related Words
- Aluminum (n): The common name for the element in American English.
- Aluminium (n): The common IUPAC and International English name for the element.
- Al (n): The chemical symbol for the element.
Synonyms
- Aluminum (American English)
- Aluminium (International English)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- . This is a technical scientific term and is not used in idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.
Noun
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a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite
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