Entity: TECHNETIUM
Technetium is a radioactive metallic element obtained from nuclear fuel, used in diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals, and not found in nature.
TECHNETIUM
Etymology
The name 'technetium' is derived from Greek, meaning artificial, reflecting its production through nuclear reactions.
Definition
Technetium is a synthetic element with atomic number 43 and symbol Tc. It is a radioactive metallic element not found in nature, obtained as a fission product of uranium.
Historical Context
Technetium was the first element to be artificially produced. It plays a crucial role in nuclear medicine as a diagnostic radiopharmaceutical.
Cultural Significance
Technetium's artificial origin and unique properties have made it a subject of scientific interest and research.
Related Concepts
Technetium is closely related to promethium, another radioactive element, and is used in various medical applications.
See Also
A synthetic element with atomic number 43, symbol Tc, and all isotopes being radioactive.