| Origin of Name |
After Ytterby, a Swedish town |
| Date and Place of Discovery |
In 1794 in Sweden |
| Discovered by |
Johann Gadolin |
| Common Compounds |
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| Interesting facts |
- It does not occur as a free element in nature.
- It is highly toxic.
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| Common Uses |
- Microwave filters
- Magnets
- Gemstones
- Increase strength of aluminum and magnesium alloys
- Infrared lasers
- Spark plugs
- Deoxidizers
- Propane lanterns
- LEDs
- Treatment of some carcinomas
- Semiconductors
- Nodular cast iron
- Stabilizes zirconium in jewelry
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