Atomic Mass 157 (+ facts: Sources, Uses, Color and more...) 2022

All atoms have mass (atomic mass). But what is the chemical element that has 157,25 as atomic mass?

The answer is Gadolinium. There is so much cool stuff about Gadolinium that I would keep reading if I were you.

Alright now to the facts!

Gadolinium Overview

Atomic Mass

157,25

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Atomic Number

64

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Description

Soft, ductile, silvery-white metal.

Atomic Symbol

Gd (Gadolinium)

Discovery

Discovered By: Jean de Marignac

Year: 1880

Location: Switzerland

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Found with other rare earths in gadolinite and monazite sand.

Name Origin

Named after the mineral gadolinite.

Uses

Used in steel alloying agents and the manufacture of electronic components.

Want to learn more details and data about Gadolinium? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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