The only sure thing is that every atom has a symbol. But what is the atom whose symbol is Tm?
The answer is Thulium (Tm). However there is a lot of stuff about Thulium that people don't know. Let me walk you through...
Thulium Overview
Atomic Symbol
Tm (Thulium)
Sources
Found with other rare earths in the minerals gadolinite, euxenite, xenotime, and monazite. Monazite is often 50% rare earth by weight and 0.007% thulium.
Found with other rare earths in the minerals gadolinite, euxenite, xenotime, and monazite. Monazite is often 50% rare earth by weight and 0.007% thulium.
Description
Soft, malleable, ductile, silvery metal
Name Origin
From Thule ancient name of Scandinavia.
From Thule ancient name of Scandinavia.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Uses
Radioactive thulium is used to power portable x-ray machines, eliminating the need for electrical equipment.
Discovery
Discovered By: Per Theodor Cleve
Year: 1879
Location: Sweden
Learn more about the atomic mass.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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