Europium () (CAS 7440-53-1) is a silvery-white rare earth belonging to the lanthanide group. The metal's hardness is comparable to lead and it is very ductile. Europium, the most reactive of the rare earth metals, quickly oxidizes in air and resembles calcium in its reactions with water.
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Phase at STP: Solid
Common Oxidation States: +3, 2
Number of Valence Electrons: 2
First Ionization Energy: 131 kcal/mole
Covalent Radius: 1.85 Angstroms
Melting Point: 822°C
Boiling Point: 1596°C
Density: 5.244 g/cm3
Crystal Structure: Cubic, body centered