Pd
The symbol for the element palladium.
PD abbr.
prism diopter
Pd The symbol for palladium. |
palladium (pə-lā'dē-əm) Symbol Pd A malleable, ductile, grayish-white metallic element that occurs naturally with platinum. It is used as a catalyst in hydrogenation and in alloys for making electrical contacts and jewelry. Atomic number 46; atomic weight 106.4; melting point 1,552°C; boiling point 3,140°C; specific gravity 12.02 (20°C); valence 2, 3, 4. See Periodic Table. |