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Scientists uncover hidden properties of rare-earth element promethium

19 Jun 2024
Conceptual art showing the rare-earth element promethium
Experimental first Conceptual art showing the rare-earth element promethium in a vial surrounded by an organic ligand. (Courtesy: Jacquelyn DeMink, art; Thomas Dyke, photography; ORNL, US Dept. of Energy)
For the first time, researchers have experimentally examined the chemistry of the lanthanide element

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