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californium
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United States
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Californium was named after the state of California and was first synthesized at the University of California, Berkeley.
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germanium
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US
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Germanium is used in electronic components and infrared optics.
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3
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nobel prize
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United States
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Highly regarded international award, but often associated with political controversies and debates over its recipients' qualifications
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4
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rutherfordium
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US
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Rutherfordium is a synthetic chemical element with no practical or cultural significance in everyday life.
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5
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sanatorium
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United States
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Associated with resorts for rest and relaxation, often in scenic or natural settings
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6
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sanatorium
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United States
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Sanatoriums are historical institutions for treating tuberculosis patients, and the concept is less commonly associated with rest and recuperation in modern times.
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7
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thorium
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US
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Thorium is being considered as a potential source of nuclear energy due to its abundance and potential safety benefits.
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8
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thorium
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United States
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Considered a potential source of clean and abundant nuclear energy
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