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europiumSoft, greyish, metallic element of the lanthanide series, atomic number 63, relative atomic mass 151.96. It is used in lasers and as the red phosphor in colour televisions; its compounds are used to make control rods for nuclear reactors. It was named in 1901 by French chemist Eugène Demarçay (1852–1904) after the continent of Europe, where it was first found. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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An ore containing yttrium and europium, used in phosphors, as well as Nd and Dy, used in magnets. Using measurements of cerium, europium, and other rare earth elements in the bones, the team uncovered even more: chemical signatures of the soil in which the fossils formed. Mountain Pass, the world's largest lanthanide mine, is a treasure trove of rare earth minerals like samarium, lanthium, europium and neodymium. |
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