Gadolinium


 * Element Name:** Gadolinium


 * Element Symbol:** Gd


 * Atomic Mass:** 157[[image:Gadolinium.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 64


 * Protons:** 64


 * Electrons:** 64


 * Discover:** It was found in 1880 by Jean de Marignac.


 * How was it named:** The element was named for the mineral gadolinite from which this rare earth was originally obtained.


 * What is its state of matter?:** solid


 * Melting Point:** 1313°C


 * Boiling Point:** 3273°C


 * Characteristics:** Silvery white, metallic luster, ductile


 * Uses:** Color T.V screens, C.D disks


 * Interesting Facts:** Captures thermal neutrons, can be used as a control rod for nuclear reactors

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