astatine

æˈstætaɪn

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical element with the symbol At and atomic number 85, a highly radioactive halogen.

“The new lab assistant studied the properties of astatine in her research.”

2. adjective

Relating to or containing astatine.

“Astatine is a highly radioactive and unstable isotope.”

Synonyms

  • halogen
  • radioactive

Antonyms

  • nonradioactive
  • stable