Ytterbium

= Ytterbium = ** By: Riane **


 * Atomic Number:** 70
 * Protons:** 70

**Electrons:** 70
 * Isotopes:** Yb-168, Yb-170, Yb-171, Yb-172, Yb-173, Yb-174, Yb-176

**Discovery:** It was discovered in 1878 by Jean de Marignac.
 * Name:** Ytterbium was named after Ytterby which is a town in Sweden.
 * Uses:** It is used in metallurgical and chemical experiments.

**Interesting Facts**: Ytterbium salts stimulate your metabolism. Its dust poses a fire and explosion hazard.

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