Which element is named after a mythological character
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Scientists used to name lots of elements after mythological creatures—like thorium, named after Thor, or tantalum, after Tantalus, or helium, after Helios, the sun god. They also liked astronomical references, as in the trio uranium, neptunium, and plutonium.
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.Niobium was named after Niobe, who was the daughter of Tantalus. The name was chosen due to the similarities between niobium and the element tantalum.
.Promethium was named after Prometheus, the Greek god who gave fire to mankind.
.Thorium is named for the Norse god of thunder, Thor.
Tantalum's name comes from Tantalus, who was a Greek mythological figure.
.Mercury is the name of the Roman messenger god, who was known for his speed through the air.
.Titanium's name is derived from the Titans who appear in Greek mythology.
.Vanadium takes its name from Vanadis, who is also known as Freya in Norse mythology. She is the goddess of beauty.