66 Dy 162.5001

Dysprosium

LANTHANIDE

Phase: Solid
Discovered: Lecoq de Boisbaudran
Block: F

Summary

Dysprosium is a chemical element with the symbol Dy and atomic number 66. It is a rare earth element with a metallic silver luster. Dysprosium is never found in nature as a free element, though it is found in various minerals, such as xenotime.

Source: Wikipedia

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 162.5001 u
Density 8.54 g/cm³
Melting Point 1680 K
Boiling Point 2840 K