Yttrium

=Yttrium= By: Parker


 * Atomic Number:** 39


 * Protons:** 39


 * Electrons:** 39
 * Neutrons:** 50


 * Average Atomic Mass:** 88.90585


 * Isotopes:** 89Y


 * Discovery:** Johann Gadolin discovered this element. It was found in a mineral named gadolinite from a quarry in the town of Ytterby.
 * Name:** It was named after the town in which it was found, Ytterby.


 * Uses:** Its makes the red color in a television. It also is used to make fake diamonds.


 * Interesting Facts**: It is also used in laser systems. THe turnings ignite in air and it is found in moon rocks.

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