Praseodymium

usgb/ˌpreɪziəʊˈdɪmiəm/
noun

A soft, silvery, malleable and ductile metal, a member of the lanthanide series of rare earth elements.

Praseodymium is used in the manufacture of certain types of glass.
Visual representation of "praseodymium" - A soft, silvery, malleable and ductile metal, a member of the lanthanide series of rare earth elements

Often appears as...

  • praseodymium element
  • praseodymium ions

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Technical Term

Used primarily in scientific and industrial contexts, not in everyday conversation.

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The researcher measured the praseodymium content in the alloy.
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Rare Earth Metal

Praseodymium is one of a special group of metals, not commonly known to the public.

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Praseodymium, like other rare earth elements, is crucial for advanced technologies.
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Specific Fields

Mostly associated with chemistry, engineering, and material sciences.

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The engineer used praseodymium to improve the metal's strength.
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