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Study Notes
Elements from Atomic Number 51 to 75
- Antimony (Sb): This metalloid is used in flame retardants, batteries, and semiconductors.
- Tellurium (Te): A metalloid used in alloys and as a semiconductor in solar panels.
- Iodine (I): A non-metal essential for thyroid function; used as a disinfectant and in medical imaging.
- Xenon (Xe): A rare noble gas, utilized in lighting and anesthesia; contributes to energy-efficient lighting technology.
- Cesium (Cs): An alkali metal used in atomic clocks, known for its high reactivity and very low melting point.
- Barium (Ba): An alkaline earth metal, commonly used in X-ray imaging and fireworks.
- Lanthanum (La): A rare earth element used in camera and telescope lenses, catalysts, and batteries.
- Cerium (Ce): Employed in catalytic converters and glass polishing; it is the most abundant rare earth element.
- Praseodymium (Pr): Used in strong metals and glass, as well as in creating certain types of lasers.
- Neodymium (Nd): Essential for creating powerful magnets utilized in motors, speakers, and headphones.
- Promethium (Pm): A radioactive element, used in luminous paint and atomic batteries.
- Samarium (Sm): Used in magnets, nuclear reactors, and in the manufacturing of certain optical devices.
- Europium (Eu): Known for its application in fluorescent lighting and as a red phosphor in television screens.
- Gadolinium (Gd): Used as a contrast agent in MRI scans and for neutron capture in nuclear reactors.
- Terbium (Tb): Used in solid-state devices and as a dopant in green phosphors for color televisions.
- Dysprosium (Dy): Key for high-performance magnets and in various semiconductor applications.
- Holmium (Ho): Utilized in solid-state lasers and has applications in magnetic devices.
- Erbium (Er): Found in fiber optic technology and used for laser amplification in telecommunications.
- Thulium (Tm): Employed in medical and dental lasers, as well as certain radiation sources.
- Ytterbium (Yb): Used in certain types of lasers and as an alloying agent to improve the performance of steel.
- Lutetium (Lu): A rare earth element used in PET scan technology and as a catalyst in petroleum refining.
- Hafnium (Hf): Used in nuclear reactors and high-temperature ceramics; has excellent corrosion resistance.
- Tantalum (Ta): Known for its high melting point, it is used in electronics and surgical implants.
- Tungsten (W): Renowned for its hardness and high melting point; used in light bulb filaments and cutting tools.
- Rhenium (Re): One of the rarest elements, used in jet engines and as a catalyst in the refining of high-octane gasoline.
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