Multiple choice

What is the symbol of curium?

  1. Co

  2. C

  3. Cm

  4. Cu
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Curium is a radioactive synthetic element with atomic number 96. Its chemical symbol is Cm, derived from its name. The symbol 'Co' belongs to cobalt, 'C' is carbon, and 'Cu' is copper. Curium was first synthesized in 1944 and named after Marie and Pierre Curie.

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