noun
- a silvery metallic chemical element that is one of the rare earth metals, used especially in making powerful permanent magnets
Usage: chemistry
Examples
- Neodymium magnets are among the strongest permanent magnets available.
- The electric motor uses neodymium to create a powerful magnetic field.
- Scientists discovered neodymium in 1885 as part of the lanthanide series.
- Wind turbines often contain neodymium magnets in their generators.
- The periodic table shows neodymium with the symbol Nd.
- Neodymium is mined primarily in China and other countries with rare earth deposits.