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Dysprosium

A metallic rare-earth element, Dy, atomic number 66 and atomic weight 162.50. The naturally occurring element is composed of seven stable isotopes. Dysprosium forms a white oxide, Dy2O3, which dissolves in acid to give a yellowish-green solution.

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