Yttrium, symbolized as Y on the periodic table, is an element in the transition metals group with an atomic number of 39. Discovered in 1794, Yttrium is not found free in nature, but it is present in nearly all rare-earth minerals.
It’s typically silvery-white, relatively stable in air, but it oxidizes in water and damp air, forming a protective oxide layer. Yttrium has a boiling point of 3,345°C and a melting point of 1,522°C. Despite its classification as a rare-earth metal, it is relatively common in the Earth’s crust, ranking 28th in terms of abundance.
In terms of chemical behavior, Yttrium exhibits similar properties to the lanthanides due to its similar size to the trivalent lanthanides. In most compounds, it is found in the oxidation state +3, forming colorless compounds.
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