Erbium (Er)
Rare Earth Metals | Atomic Number: 68
Basic Properties
Er
68
167.259 g/mol
| Element Category | Rare Earth Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 68 |
| Atomic Weight | 167.259 g/mol |
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Description
Used in fiber optic communications, glass colorant, and metallurgical applications
| Density | 9.066 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 1529°C |
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| Boiling Point | 2868°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good |
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Applications
Used in fiber optics and lasers.
Production Methods
Extracted from monazite.
History
Discovered in 1843.