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Neodymium, a rare earth element that is never found in free form in nature, actually occurs in Earth's crust as often as nickel and copper. Viewers learn about a very unique element through an explanation of the properties and applications.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use both neodymium magnets and laser pointers in the classroom if available; if not available, share videos of each
- Discuss the application of neodymium in cryocoolers
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of chemical compounds and solutions
- The video is the 60th installment of a longer series on each of the elements on the periodic table
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Works well in traditional or flipped classes
- Provides subtitles in English, Italian, and Portuguese for visual learners
Cons
- None