Entity: HOLMIUM
Holmium is a metallic element of the rare-earth group that forms highly magnetic compounds and is relatively soft, silvery, and malleable.
HOLMIUM
Etymology
The element name holmium comes from the Greek word ‘Holmia’ meaning Stockholm.
Definition
Holmium is a rare-earth, trivalent element found in gadolinite, with symbol Ho and atomic number 67. It is a relatively soft, silvery, fairly corrosion-resistant, and malleable metal.
Historical Context
Holmium is a chemical element and the eleventh member of the lanthanide series of elements. It is known for forming highly magnetic compounds.
Cultural Significance
Holmium has industrial applications in nuclear reactors, lasers, and certain magnetic alloys. Its unique magnetic properties make it valuable in various technologies.
Related Concepts
Holmium is often associated with other rare-earth elements like yttrium and is part of the lanthanide series.
See Also
A rare-earth, trivalent element found in gadolinite, with symbol Ho and atomic number 67.