Terbium

/ˈtɜːrbiəm/
noun

A silvery-white metal element that can be found in some minerals, sometimes used in making certain kinds of electronic devices.

Terbium is used in various electronic and optical devices.
Visual representation of "terbium" - A silvery-white metal element that can be found in some minerals, sometimes used in making certain kinds of electronic devices

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  • terbium metal

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noun

A silvery-white metal element that can be found in some minerals, sometimes used in making certain kinds of electronic devices.

Terbium is used in various electronic and optical devices.
Visual representation of "terbium" - A silvery-white metal element that can be found in some minerals, sometimes used in making certain kinds of electronic devices

Often appears as...

  • terbium element
  • terbium metal

Usage tips

Technical

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Used mainly in scientific and technical contexts, not in everyday conversation.

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Industry Specific

Its application in electronics makes it relevant for people working in tech industries.

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Smartphone manufacturers often use terbium in their screens.
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Element Identification

Remember terbium is an element; mentioning it implies talking about substances or materials.

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Terbium was discovered while examining rare earth metals.
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Scientific Usage

Used mainly in scientific and technical contexts, not in everyday conversation.

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The lab report confirmed the presence of terbium in the sample.
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Industry Specific

Its application in electronics makes it relevant for people working in tech industries.

Illustration for Industry Specific
Smartphone manufacturers often use terbium in their screens.
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Element Identification

Remember terbium is an element; mentioning it implies talking about substances or materials.

Illustration for Element Identification
Terbium was discovered while examining rare earth metals.
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Scientific Usage

Used mainly in scientific and technical contexts, not in everyday conversation.

Illustration for Scientific Usage
The lab report confirmed the presence of terbium in the sample.
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Industry Specific

Its application in electronics makes it relevant for people working in tech industries.

Illustration for Industry Specific
Smartphone manufacturers often use terbium in their screens.
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Element Identification

Remember terbium is an element; mentioning it implies talking about substances or materials.

Illustration for Element Identification
Terbium was discovered while examining rare earth metals.
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