This element is used to dope calcium chloride crystals for use in optical lasers. It is also used in infrared absorbing glass and as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors. Its symbol is Sm and its atomic number is 62.
This element is used as a source of radiation in portable x-ray devices. Its symbol is Tm and its atomic number is 69.
This element is used to create a type of plutonium is used to dope calcium chloride crystals for use in optical lasers. It is also used in infrared absorbing glass and as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors. Its symbol is Np and its atomic number is 93.
This element is a metal twice the density of lead. It is used to make hard alloys for fountain pen tips, electrical contacts and needles. Its symbol is Os and its atomic number is 76.
This element is used as red phosphor in television sets. Its symbol is Eu and its atomic number is 63.
This element is used for research purpose. It can be used as beta radiation source in luminous paint, in nuclear batteries for guided missiles, watches, pacemakers and radios, and as a light source for signals. Its symbol is Pm and its atomic number is 61.
This element is used to identify gold and silver ores. Its symbol is Cf and its atomic number is 98.
This element is used to date the age of meteorites. Its symbol is Lu and its atomic number is 71.
This element was commonly used in batteries, fluorescent lights, felt production, thermometers and barometers before it was discovered that it contained a deadly toxic compound. its symbol is Hg and its atomic number is 80.
This element is used to make specialized yellow glass goggles for glass blowers and welders. Its symbol, is Pr and its atomic number is 59.
This element is a pink colouring agent in glazes and glasses. Its symbol is Er and its atomic number is 68.
This element is diverse and has many uses, such as making batteries, cable sheathing and ammunition. Its symbol is Pb and its atomic number is 82.
This element is used to make carbon arc lights which are used in the motion picture industry for studio lighting and projector lights. It is also used to make flints for lighters. Its symbol is La and its atomic number is 57.
This element is usually mixed with other metals to create alloys which are used to make automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire detection systems and electrical fuses. Its symbol is Bi and its atomic number is 83.
This element has no current uses other than scientific research. Its symbol is Db and its atomic number is 105.
This element is used for nuclear reactor control rods because of its ability to absorb neutrons and its good mechanical and corrosion resistance qualities. Its symbol is Hf and its atomic number is 72.