What is the meaning of the word "gadolinium"?
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A magnetic metallic element of the rare-earth group occurring in combination in gadolinite and several other minerals.
NOUN
- Gadolinium is named after the mineral gadolinite, where it was first discovered.
- Gadolinium is named after the mineral gadolinite, where it was first discovered.
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A silvery white, rare earth metal with paramagnetic properties. NOUN
- X-ray computed tomography scans utilize gadolinium-based contrast agents to enhance the visibility of certain tissues.
- X-ray computed tomography scans utilize gadolinium-based contrast agents to enhance the visibility of certain tissues.