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Ytterbium

Atomic No. 70 Yb Ytterbium

About Ytterbium

Ytterbium is a lanthanide with atomic number 70 that forms compounds in both the +2 and +3 oxidation states. Ytterbium doped optical fibers and crystals are used in lasers, including systems for marking and engraving. Its compounds also have specialized catalytic uses, illustrating how the element contributes to both optical materials and chemical synthesis.

Properties

Atomic Number
70
Atomic Symbol
Yb
Atomic Mass
173.04
CAS No.
7440-64-4
Density
6.57 g/cm³
Series
lanthanoid
Melting Point
819°C
Boiling Point
1,196°C
Thermal Conductivity
0.39 W/cm °C
Heat of Fusion
7.7 kJ/mol
Heat of Vaporization
160 kJ/mol
Crystal Structure
Cubic
Electrical Conductivity
3.6×106 S/m

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