Facts About Erbium and Lanthanum
Interesting Facts
- Erbium metal is used as alloyed with Vanadium to make it softer.
- Recent studies shows that it is helpful for metabolism.
- Lanthanum metal is highly malleable, ductile and sectile.
- If exposed to air Lanthanum metal oxidizes rapidly.
Sources
Mining
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Who Discovered
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Discovery
In 1842
In 1838
Abundance In Earth's Crust