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钔 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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ménmendeleviumg, 8 strokes, radical 钅, rank #82454, Very Hard
ménmendelevium (chemistry)unknown, 8 strokes, radical 钅, rank #82454, Very Hard
mén(men2) T2
  1. 1mendelevium
  2. 2mendelevium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
(鍆)mén(men2)

钔 (mén) refers to the chemical element mendelevium, which is a synthetic element in the actinide series of the periodic table. It is named after the chemist Dmitri Mendeleev, who is known for creating the periodic table of elements. This term is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and physics.

Strokes8RadicalFrequency#82454DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The element mendelevium connects deeply to China's interest in scientific research and education, as the periodic table is a fundamental concept taught in schools. The reverence for Mendeleev's contributions highlights the importance of innovation in Chinese scientific development.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'men' (sounds like 'mén') standing next to a giant periodic table. He's holding a glowing element called mendelevium, which is made of metal (the radical 钅 suggests it’s a metal). Remembering Mendeleev's periodic table will help you connect the character to its scientific significance.

Meanings of 钔

mén(men2)
1mendelevium
2mendelevium (chemistry)
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AI Study Notes for 钔

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'men' (sounds like 'mén') standing next to a giant periodic table. He's holding a glowing element called mendelevium, which is made of metal (the radical 钅 suggests it’s a metal). Remembering Mendeleev's periodic table will help you connect the character to its scientific significance.

Usage Notes

钔 is a highly specialized term and is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be mindful that it is used in formal scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry, so avoid using it in casual settings. The pronunciation is crucial; ensure you use the correct tone to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

While 钔 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your scientific vocabulary, especially if you are studying chemistry. Familiarity with HSK level 4 and 5 words related to science will help you grasp this term better.

Cultural Note

The element mendelevium connects deeply to China's interest in scientific research and education, as the periodic table is a fundamental concept taught in schools. The reverence for Mendeleev's contributions highlights the importance of innovation in Chinese scientific development.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 钔 with other similar characters or mispronounce it. For example, mistakenly saying 'mén' with a different tone could lead to confusion with unrelated words. Always check the tone to ensure accuracy.

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Etymology of 钔

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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metal

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 钔

IDS Structure⿰钅门
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jin1
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Men2
right
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Cultural Notes for 钔

🏮Cultural insight

The element mendelevium connects deeply to China's interest in scientific research and education, as the periodic table is a fundamental concept taught in schools. The reverence for Mendeleev's contributions highlights the importance of innovation in Chinese scientific development.

Word Family of 钔

Words Containing This Character1
ménmendelevium (chemistry)
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 钔

Mendelevium is primarily used for research purposes in nuclear chemistry and has no significant commercial applications.