Preferred Label : yttrium;
RADLEX synonyms : Y;
Definition : An element of the rare earth family of metals. It has the atomic symbol Y, atomic
number 39, and atomic weight 88.91. In conjunction with other rare earths, yttrium
is used as a phosphor in television receivers and is a component of the yttrium-aluminum
garnet (yag) lasers. [MeSH];
UMLS CUI (RADLEX) : C0043432;
Origin ID : RID11838;
UMLS CUI : C0043432;
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An element of the rare earth family of metals. It has the atomic symbol Y, atomic
number 39, and atomic weight 88.91. In conjunction with other rare earths, yttrium
is used as a phosphor in television receivers and is a component of the yttrium-aluminum
garnet (yag) lasers. [MeSH]