Dysprosium
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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Dysprosium is a metal.
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Dysprosium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 66.
About Dysprosium
Molecular Structure
- Dysprosium has the chemical symbol Dy.
- Dysprosium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Dysprosium as 66 protons and 97 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 66 and an atomic mass of 163.
- Dysprosium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Dysprosium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Dysprosium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Dysprosium is malleable.
- Dysprosium is sonorous.
- Dysprosium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Dysprosium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 66 protons in the nucleus.
About Dysprosium
Molecular Structure
- Dysprosium has the chemical formula Dy.
- Dysprosium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Dysprosium has 97 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 163.
- Dysprosium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Dysprosium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Dysprosium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Dysprosium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Dysprosium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Dysprosium is malleable.
- Dysprosium is sonorous.
- Dysprosium is ductile.