Dysprosium (Dy)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 66
Basic Properties
Dy
66
162.5 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 66 |
| Atomic Weight | 162.5 g/mol |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal close-packed (HCP) |
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Description
Dysprosium enhances the coercivity of neodymium magnets at high temperatures. It's critical for electric vehicles and wind turbines.
| Density | 8.55 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 1412°C |
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| Boiling Point | 2562°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Moderate |
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Applications
Used in magnets and nuclear reactors.
Production Methods
Extracted from monazite and bastnäsite ores.
History
Discovered in 1886.