Atomic Number of Yttrium (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Yttrium. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Yttrium (That most people don't know).

Yttrium Overview

Atomic Number

39

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Y (Yttrium)

Description

Silvery, ductile, fairly reactive metal.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Found in minerals such as monazite, xenotime, and yttria.

Uses

Combined with europium to make red phosphors for color TV's. Yttrium oxide and iron oxide combine to form a crystal garnet used in radar.

Discovery

Discovered By: Johann Gadolin

Year: 1789

Location: Finland

Name Origin

From the Swedish village, Ytterby, where one of its minerals was first found.

Atomic Mass

88,90585

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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