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Rare Earth Elements

Rare earth elements or rare earth metals are one of 17 chemical elements within the periodic table. Of those rare earth elements, 15 are in the lanthanide series and include yttrium and scandium.   Johan Gadolin Johan Gadolin is considered the “Father of the Rare Earths.” In 1792, the Finnish chemist identified minerals similar to each other. Yet,… Read more »