Definition of cadmium
- n. - A comparatively rare element related to zinc, and
occurring in some zinc ores. It is a white metal, both ductile and
malleable. Symbol Cd. Atomic weight 111.8. It was discovered by
Stromeyer in 1817, who named it from its association with zinc or zinc
ore.
- n. - A comparatively rare element related to zinc, and
occurring in some zinc ores. It is a white metal, both ductile and
malleable. Symbol Cd. Atomic weight 111.8. It was discovered by
Stromeyer in 1817, who named it from its association with zinc or zinc
ore.