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What is unique about selenium?

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In 1817, Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius discovered selenium, a rare element initially mistaken for tellurium and named after the Greek goddess of the moon, 'Selene'. What is unique about selenium is its fascinating dual nature, exhibiting properties that place it between metals and nonmetals while playing a critical role in both technology and biological systems.