Every Atom has a symbol to represent them. Some are easy to figure out... But what is the atom whose symbol is Eu?
The answer is Europium (Eu). But there's a lot of secret / fun facts about Europium that people don't know. Let me walk you through this atom...
The answer is Europium (Eu). But there's a lot of secret / fun facts about Europium that people don't know. Let me walk you through this atom...
Europium Overview
Atomic Symbol
Eu (Europium)
State at 20 °C
Solid
Uses
Used with yttrium oxide to make red phosphors for color televisions.
Sources
Obtained from monazite sand, which is a mixture of phosphates of calcium, thorium, cerium, and most other rare earths.
Description
Soft, silvery-white metal.
Name Origin
Named for the continent of Europe.
Discovery
Discovered By: Eugène Demarçay
Year: 1901
Location: France
Learn more about the atomic mass.
Want to learn more details? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
Want to learn more details? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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