unknown, 6 strokes, radical 钅, rank #61171, Very Hard
gá(ga2) T2
1gadolinium
2gadolinium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
钆(釓)gá(ga2)
The character 钆 (gá) refers to gadolinium, a chemical element with the symbol Gd and atomic number 64. It is commonly used in various applications such as nuclear reactors and MRI contrast agents. The usage of this term is primarily in scientific and technical contexts.
Strokes6Radical钅Frequency#61171DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Gadolinium is significant in Chinese science and technology, particularly in the field of magnetic materials and medical imaging, highlighting China's advancements in these areas.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant 'G' (for gadolinium) made of metal, standing next to a lab where scientists are experimenting. The character 钆 has the radical 钅 which indicates metal, and the 'gá' sound can remind you of 'gadget', linking it to science and technology.
Meanings of 钆
gá(ga2)
1gadolinium
2gadolinium (chemistry)
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钆Simplified
釓Traditional
6Strokes
钅Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant 'G' (for gadolinium) made of metal, standing next to a lab where scientists are experimenting. The character 钆 has the radical 钅 which indicates metal, and the 'gá' sound can remind you of 'gadget', linking it to science and technology.
Usage Notes
This term is mainly used in scientific discussions, and is not commonly encountered in everyday conversation. Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is crucial, as using the wrong tone could confuse it with unrelated terms.
HSK Study Tips
Gadolinium is not part of the HSK vocabulary, but understanding its context in chemistry can help learners connect with other scientific terms. Students should focus on recognizing similar metal-related characters and their uses.
Cultural Note
Gadolinium is significant in Chinese science and technology, particularly in the field of magnetic materials and medical imaging, highlighting China's advancements in these areas.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 钆 with other metal characters due to similar components. For instance, mistaking it for 铝 (aluminum) is common; make sure to remember 钆 specifically refers to gadolinium.
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Cultural Notes for 钆
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Gadolinium is significant in Chinese science and technology, particularly in the field of magnetic materials and medical imaging, highlighting China's advancements in these areas.
Word Family of 钆
Words Containing This Character1
钆gágadolinium (chemistry)釓
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Compound Meaning
What does 钆 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 钆
Gadolinium is used primarily in medical imaging as a contrast agent for MRI scans and in nuclear reactors.
It is pronounced as 'gá', with a rising tone.
No, 钆 is a technical term primarily used in chemistry and scientific discussions.
