Meaning of the word selenium in English

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selenium

US /səˈliː.ni.əm/
UK /səˈliː.ni.əm/
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Noun

a chemical element with the symbol Se and atomic number 34. It is a nonmetal with properties that are intermediate between those of sulfur and tellurium.

Example:
Selenium is an essential trace element for humans, but can be toxic in large amounts.
Many electronic devices use selenium in their components.
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