Caesiums

/ˈsiːziəmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of caesium; multiple quantities, samples, or types of the chemical element caesium.

Etymology

Regular plural of caesium, the metallic element. Used in scientific contexts discussing multiple amounts or varieties of the element.

Kelly Says

In nuclear science and industrial applications, 'caesiums' refers to different isotopes—caesium-137 is famously radioactive and used in medical treatments, while other isotopes have completely different properties and dangers.

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