scandium
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Noun — A metallic chemical element with the symbol Sc and atomic number 21, which is classed as a transition element.
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scandium oxide
scandium alloy
scandium compound
It is a technical term, used mainly in chemistry and science writing.
Etymology
The word was borrowed into English from New Latin, where the form scandium was used as the name of the element.
Full origin of scandium →Frequently asked questions
What is scandium?
Scandium is a metallic chemical element with the symbol Sc and atomic number 21. It is classed as a transition element.
What is the atomic number of scandium?
The atomic number of scandium is 21, and its chemical symbol is Sc.
How do you pronounce scandium?
It is pronounced SKAN-dee-um, with the stress on the first syllable.
