lanthanoid

See also: Lanthanoid

English

Etymology

From lanthanum +‎ -oid.

Pronunciation

  • enPR: lăn'thənoid, IPA(key): /ˈlænθənɔɪd/

Noun

lanthanoid (plural lanthanoids)

  1. (inorganic chemistry) Synonym of lanthanide.

Usage notes

  • This is the IUPAC preferred terminology, as "lanthanide" has the -ide suffix used for anions.
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