Periodic Table Elements #39-48 Flashcards

Elements 39-48 from the Periodic Table

• Yttrium (Y):

  • Atomic number 39, transition metal, often used in phosphors for color television tubes and LED lights.

• Zirconium (Zr):

  • Atomic number 40, strong and corrosion-resistant, important in nuclear reactors and chemical processing.

• Niobium (Nb):

  • Atomic number 41, used in steel production to enhance strength and resistance to oxidation.

• Molybdenum (Mo):

  • Atomic number 42, critical for high-temperature applications such as aircraft engines and industrial machines.

• Technetium (Tc):

  • Atomic number 43, the first artificially produced element, primarily used in medical imaging and nuclear medicine.

• Ruthenium (Ru):

  • Atomic number 44, part of the platinum group, used in electronics and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.

• Rhodium (Rh):

  • Atomic number 45, highly reflective and resistant to corrosion, commonly used in catalytic converters and jewelry.

• Palladium (Pd):

  • Atomic number 46, valuable in catalytic converters, electronics, and as a material for dental fillings.

• Silver (Ag):

  • Atomic number 47, known for its conductivity and antibacterial properties, widely used in jewelry, photography, and electrical applications.

• Cadmium (Cd):

  • Atomic number 48, toxic metal used in rechargeable batteries and as a pigment in paints.