2022: Atomic Number 60 (+ facts: Sources, Uses, Color and more...)

All atoms have an atomic number. But what is the chemical element that has 60 as atomic number?

The answer is Neodymium and there is so much cool stuff about Neodymium that people don't know that I would keep reading if I were you.

Alright now to the facts!

Neodymium Overview

Atomic Number

60

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Description

Silvery-white, rare-earth metal that oxidizes easily in air.

Atomic Symbol

Nd (Neodymium)

Discovery

Discovered By: C.F. Aver von Welsbach

Year: 1925

Location: Austria

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Made from electrolysis of its halide salts, which are made from monazite sand.

Uses

Used in making artificial ruby for lasers. Also in ceramics and for a special lens with praseodymium. Also to produce bright purple glass and special glass that filters infrared radiation. Makes up 18% of Mich metal, which is used in making steel.

Atomic Mass

144,24

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Name Origin

Greek: neos and didymos (new twin).

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

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