Neodymium
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Meaning
Neodymium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 60.
About Neodymium
Molecular Structure
- Neodymium has the chemical symbol Nd.
- Neodymium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Neodymium as 60 protons and 84 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 60 and an atomic mass of 144.
- Neodymium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Neodymium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Neodymium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Neodymium is malleable.
- Neodymium is sonorous.
- Neodymium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Neodymium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 60 protons in the nucleus.
About Neodymium
Molecular Structure
- Neodymium has the chemical formula Nd.
- Neodymium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Neodymium has 84 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 144.
- Neodymium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Neodymium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Neodymium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Neodymium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Neodymium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Neodymium is malleable.
- Neodymium is sonorous.
- Neodymium is ductile.