thallium
Pronunciation: [ˈθæl.i.əm]
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Context: "chemistry"
(noun) a soft, silvery metal found in the periodic table. Thallium is not commonly used, but it has some special applications in science and technology, like in electronics.
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Thallium is used in some types of high-tech devices and research.
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Thallium is not safe to handle without precautions because it can be toxic.
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What are some uses of thallium in modern technology?
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