What is Nd? Important knowledge about Nd

1. Definition of Nd

Nd is the symbol in the periodic table for the element Neodymium, with the atomic number 60.

1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common name: Neodymium
1.1.2 English name: Neodymium
1.2. Atomic number: 60
1.3. Atomic weight: 144.242 u
1.4 Ion formation: Neodymium typically forms Nd₃+ ions in compounds.

2. Properties of Nd

2.1 Physical properties of Nd
State: Metal under standard conditions
Color: Silvery white, easily oxidized when exposed to air
Smell: None
pH: Not applicable to metals
2.2 Chemical properties of Nd
Neodymium is very easily oxidized. It can also react with water at room temperature to produce hydrogen gas.

3. Common chemical equations of Nd

Nd + O₂ -> Nd₂O₃
Nd + 3H₂O -> Nd(OH)₃ + 3/2H₂

4. Synthesis of Nd

4.1 Laboratory synthesis of Nd

Neodymium cannot be synthesized in the laboratory as it requires a complex chemical distillation process.

4.2 Industrial synthesis of Nd

Neodymium is synthesized from monazite and bastnäsite ores through a complex separation and purification process.