sb

Definition

1. Abbreviation:
   • Symbol for Antimony: "Sb" is the chemical symbol for the element antimony (atomic number 51). It is derived from its Latin name, 'stibium'.

Usage Examples

• Abbreviation:
  • Hợp kim chì và Sb được dùng trong ắc-quy. (Lead and Sb alloy is used in batteries.)
  • Kí hiệu Sb trên bảng tuần hoàn là của nguyên tố antimon. (The symbol Sb on the periodic table is for the element antimony.)

Advanced Usage

• In scientific and technical contexts, "Sb" is used in formulas and compound names.
  • Sb₂O₃ là một hợp chất quan trọng của antimon. (Sb₂O₃ is an important compound of antimony.)

Variants and Related Words

• Antimon (n): The Vietnamese name for the element antimony.
• Stibium (n): The Latin origin of the symbol.

Synonyms

• Antimony: The English name for the element.
• Chemical symbol Sb: The specific notation.

Notes on Usage

• "Sb" is exclusively used in scientific, chemical, and industrial contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation.
• It is always written with a capital 'S' followed by a lowercase 'b'.