Periodic table / Dysprosium

Overview

Dysprosium is a chemical element with the symbol Dy and atomic number 66. It is a rare earth element with a metallic silver luster. Dysprosium is never found in nature as a free element, though it is found in various minerals, such as xenotime.

Electron configuration

The electron configuration of Dysprosium is [Xe] 4f10 6s2, with electron shells of 2, 8, 18, 28, 8, 2.

Physical and chemical properties

Dysprosium is classified as a lanthanide. It has an atomic mass of 162.5 and exists as a solid at standard conditions, appearing as silvery white.

Real-world uses of Dysprosium

Dysprosium, a lanthanide, is used in magnets, electronics, lighting, and other specialized high-tech applications.

Interesting facts about Dysprosium

• Dysprosium has the atomic number 66 and chemical symbol Dy.
• It belongs to period 6, group 3 of the periodic table.
• Dysprosium was discovered by Lecoq de Boisbaudran.

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