Praseodymium (Pr)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 59
Basic Properties
Pr
59
140.90766 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 59 |
| Atomic Weight | 140.90766 g/mol |
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Description
Used in magnets, lasers, and as a yellow-orange pigment in ceramics and glass
| Density | 6.77 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 931°C |
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| Boiling Point | 3520°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Moderate |
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Applications
Used in high-strength alloys and colorants.
Production Methods
Extracted from monazite.
History
Discovered in 1885.