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| tel·lu·ri·um [ tə lree əm, te lree əm ] |
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| Definition: |
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semimetallic element: a semimetallic element that occurs naturally, both in a native state and in mineral ores. Source: refining of copper and lead. Use: alloys, various manufacturing processes.
Symbol Te
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| [Early 19th century. < Latin tellus "earth," after uranium] |
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