Gadolinium-157 Isotope Applications:

Gadolinium-157 isotope (Gd-157 isotope, 157Gd isotope)

  • Gadolinium-157 isotope is used for neutron detection in non-destructive testing;
  • Gadolinium-157 isotope is used for as combustible additive in nuclear reactors;

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Properties of Gadolinium-157 Isotope:

Properties of Gadolinium-157 Isotope:GADOLINIUM-157
Natural Abundance (%)15.65
Atomic Mass (Da)156.9239601
Relative Isotopic Mass156.9239601
Neutron Number (N)93
Atomic Number (Z)64
Mass Number (A)157
Nucleon Number (A)157
Proton Number (Z)64
Half-lifeStable
Spin1.5
Quadrupole Moment1.35
g-factor (g value)-0.2265
Group
Period6
Electron Configuration Blockf
Melting Point (K)1585
Boiling Point (K)3273
Specific Heat0.23
Heat of Formation397.5
Thermal Conductivity10.6
Dipole Polarizability 158
Electron Affinity (kJ/mole)0.137
Electronegativity (Pauling scale)1.2
Atomic Radius (pm)180.4c
Covalent Radius (pm)180
VDW Radius (pm)271
Lattice Constant3.64
Crystal StructureHCP
Jmol color#45ffc7

Gadolinium-157 Information

Gadolinium is a soft silvery metallic element belonging to the lanthanoids. It has 36 isotopes. Six natural stable isotopes of gadolinium are known in addition to one natural radioactive isotope. Gd-155 and Gd-157 and the best neutron absorbers of all elements. Gadolinium compounds are used in electronics. Gadolinium was discovered by J.C.G Marignac in 1880.

Gadolinium is used in steel alloying agents and the manufacture of electronic components.

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FAQ about Gadolinium-157 Isotope:

What is Gadolinium-157 isotope natural abundance?
Answer: 15.650 %

What is atomic mass for Gadolinium-157 isotope?
Answer: 156.92396 Da

What is isotopic mass for Gadolinium-157 isotope?
Answer: 156.92396

How many neutrons does Gadolinium-157 isotope have?
Answer: 93

How many protons does Gadolinium-157 isotope have?
Answer: 64

How many electrons does Gadolinium-157 isotope have?
Answer: 64

What is atomic number for Gadolinium-157 isotope?
Answer: 64

Is Gadolinium-157 isotope stable?
Answer: Yes

Is Gadolinium-157 isotope radioactive?
Answer: No

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