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neodymium

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Noun — A chemical element with the symbol Nd and atomic number 60, a hard, silvery rare earth metal that tarnishes quickly in air and moisture.

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neodymium magnet the element neodymium neodymium metal

A scientific term, used mainly in chemistry and materials contexts.

Etymology

The word comes from the prefix neo- joined to didymium, the name of an earlier substance.

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What is the symbol for neodymium?
The symbol for neodymium is Nd.
What is the atomic number of neodymium?
Neodymium has an atomic number of 60.
What does neodymium look like?
It is a hard, slightly malleable, silvery metal. It tarnishes quickly in air and moisture.

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