gadolinium
/ˌɡædəˈlɪniəm/
noun
- A soft, silvery-white metal that is a chemical element. It is used in medical imaging (MRI contrast agents), nuclear reactors, and some electronics.
- The patient received a gadolinium injection before the MRI scan to improve the image quality.
- Gadolinium is often used in alloys to make magnets that work at high temperatures.
- Scientists are studying new ways to recycle gadolinium from old electronics.