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70Yb

Element 70

Ytterbium

Lanthanides

Ytterbium is a chemical element with symbol Yb and atomic number 70.

Key data

Atomic number
70
Atomic mass
173.045 u
Group / Period
3 / 6
Block
f-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
6.9 g/cm³
Melting point
823.9 °C
Boiling point
1195.8 °C
Electron configuration
[Xe] 4f14 6s2

Common uses

  • Atomic clocks
  • Stainless steel additive
  • Lasers

Discovery

Year: 1878

Discovered by: Jean Charles Galissard de Marignac

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Ytterbium?

Ytterbium has atomic number 70. Its symbol is Yb and its atomic mass is 173.045 u.

What category of element is Ytterbium?

Ytterbium is classified as lanthanides. It sits in group 3, period 6 of the periodic table.

What is Ytterbium used for?

Common uses of Ytterbium include: Atomic clocks, Stainless steel additive, Lasers.

When was Ytterbium discovered?

Ytterbium was discovered in 1878 by Jean Charles Galissard de Marignac.

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