ruthenium
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Noun — A metallic chemical element with the symbol Ru and atomic number 44.
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ruthenium metal
a sample of ruthenium
It is a technical term, used mainly in chemistry and science.
Etymology
The name comes from Ruthenia, the Latin name for Russia, with the ending -ium added. The scientist Karl Ernst Claus chose it in 1844 in honour of Russia.
Full origin of ruthenium →Frequently asked questions
What is the symbol for ruthenium?
The chemical symbol for ruthenium is Ru.
What is the atomic number of ruthenium?
Ruthenium has an atomic number of 44.
Who named ruthenium?
It was named by the Baltic German scientist Karl Ernst Claus in 1844, in honour of Russia.
