Cadmium

Cadmium possesses minimal significance in the realm of astronomy due to its exceedingly scarce presence and limited detection within cosmic settings when compared to more abundant elements. Originating from nucleosynthesis processes within stars, cadmium exists in trace amounts or as a minor constituent in certain cosmic environments, yet its abundance remains notably low. Its spectral lines, expected within the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared spectra, pose significant challenges in detection and comprehensive analysis owing to their weakness and the element's scarcity. However, the detection or contribution of cadmium to the observed chemical composition in interstellar space or within stars has been remarkably limited or undetected.