Hexagonal crystal system
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| May 2024 |
Promethium
A promethium coordination complex with neutral PyDGA ligands was first characterized in aqueous solution, marking a significant advancement in understanding the chemical properties of this rare element.
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| 2021 |
Dysprosium
Dysprosium was successfully transformed into a 2-dimensional supersolid quantum gas, advancing quantum material research.
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| 2021 |
Dysprosium
Global dysprosium production reached approximately 3,100 tonnes, with China producing 40%, Myanmar 31%, and Australia 20%.
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| 2015 |
Dysprosium
Dysprosium price dropped to $240 per kilogram, largely due to illegal production in China circumventing government restrictions.
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| 2011 |
Dysprosium
Dysprosium price peaked at $1,400 per kilogram, reflecting extreme market conditions and potential supply constraints.
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| 2011 |
Dysprosium
A Bose-Einstein condensate of dysprosium atoms was obtained for the first time, marking a significant milestone in quantum physics research.
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| March 11 2011 |
Zirconium
Zirconium's reactivity with water was critically demonstrated during the Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant disaster. The reaction between zirconium alloys and water at high temperatures led to hydrogen production, resulting in explosions that severely damaged reactors 1, 2, and 3 after cooling systems failed during the earthquake and tsunami.
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| 2010 |
Dysprosium
Dysprosium price increased to $130 per pound, indicating growing demand and market volatility.
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