University Chemistry ›› 2026, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (7): 192-198.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202506027

• Science Education • Previous Articles    

Tellurium: forging the future

Xinwen Zhou, Yanhui Qin, Jiajia Luo, Ronghua Zhang   

  1. College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang 443002, Hubei Province, China
  • Received:2025-06-03 Accepted:2025-07-29 Published:2026-06-27
  • Contact: Ronghua Zhang E-mail:rhzhang@ctgu.edu.cn

Abstract: As an element first identified in the 18th century, tellurium takes center stage in this popular science article. Employing a personification narrative style, the article concisely presents tellurium’s fundamental properties, historical background, diverse applications, and developmental trajectory, with particular emphasis on its pivotal role in future energy technologies. This approach aims to provide readers with enhanced comprehension of this significant element.

Key words: Tellurium, Properties, Applications, Future energy, Popularization of science