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Metals Fact Sheet: Neodymium

Journal Article · · Elements
OSTI ID:219550
Neodymium was discovered in 1898 when it was separated from {open_quotes}dydimium,{close_quotes} a praseodymium-neodymium compound that was thought to be only one element. {open_quotes}Neodymium{close_quotes} is derived from the Greek words {open_quotes}neos{close_quotes} and {open_quotes}didymos,{close_quotes} which translates to {open_quotes}new twin.{close_quotes} This article discusses sources and applications of the element, and reviews world reserves and demands. Price trends in the commodity are also noted.
OSTI ID:
219550
Journal Information:
Elements, Journal Name: Elements Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 1; ISSN 1074-8709; ISSN ELMEET
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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