Cerium (Ce)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 58
Basic Properties
Ce
58
140.116 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 58 |
| Atomic Weight | 140.116 g/mol |
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Description
The most abundant rare earth element, used in catalytic converters, petroleum refining, and glass polishing
| Density | 6.770 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 795°C |
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| Boiling Point | 3443°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Fair |
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Applications
Used in catalysts, glass polishing, and alloys.
Production Methods
Extracted from monazite and bastnäsite ores.
History
Discovered in 1803 and widely used in modern technologies.