Gadolinium (Gd)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 64
Basic Properties
Gd
64
157.25 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 64 |
| Atomic Weight | 157.25 g/mol |
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Description
Has exceptional magnetic properties and is used in MRI contrast agents and neutron therapy
| Density | 7.90 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 1313°C |
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| Boiling Point | 3273°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Moderate |
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Applications
Used in medical imaging and nuclear reactors.
Production Methods
Extracted from monazite.
History
Discovered in 1880.