-curium

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See also: curium and Curium

English

Etymology

From cur(are) +‎ -ium (quaternary ammonium compound).

Pronunciation

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-curium

  1. (pharmacology) Used to form names of curare-like substances, neuromuscular blocking agents with rigid structure.

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