What is another word for beryllium?
Pronunciation: [bɜːɹˈɪli͡əm] (IPA) 
Beryllium is a highly versatile metal that is often used in industries such as aerospace, nuclear power, and telecommunication. Despite being a relatively rare element, it is crucial to many manufacturing and technological processes. When discussing beryllium, one may encounter various synonyms such as glucinium, or Be, its chemical symbol. Additionally, beryllium may be referred to as a "light metal" because of its low density compared to other metals. Other terms used when describing beryllium include "beryllia", the oxide form of the element, and "berylliosis", a lung disease caused by prolonged exposure to beryllium dust or fumes.
