The Clue
Nonmetallic element (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BORON
Tags
Notes
The answer BORON is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 600 puzzles.
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Definition
BORON as a noun:
1. (boron, B, atomic number 5) = a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder