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Cadmium

Moderately toxic metal used in batteries and pigments.

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A soft, bluish-white metal belonging to the d-block elements. Cadmium is a moderately toxic element found in small amounts in various minerals, and it's employed in rechargeable batteries, pigments (especially red and yellow), and as a protective coating against corrosion. It is chemically similar to zinc.

Pronunciation

/ˈkædmiəm/

Etymology

Cadmium is derived from the Latin word 'cadmia' referring to a type of calamine.

Explain Like I’m 5

Cadmium is a shiny metal that's moderately toxic and used in things like rechargeable batteries and colorful paints.

Fun Facts

Cadmium is named after King Cadmus of Greek mythology
It glows red when heated
Cadmium sulfide is a yellow pigment used in plastics and paints

FAQ

What is cadmium? It's a moderately toxic metal
Where is it found? In rechargeable batteries and pigments
Is cadmium natural? Yes, it's found in the Earth’s crust

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

metal element

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

cadmium sulfide cadmium oxide

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

periodic table

Indexes

chemical substance element metal

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