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| 2 | 39% | 9 | A rare-earth mineral that contains yttrium and rare earth elements | |
| 3 | 35% | 15 | The element named after the Russian town where it was discovered | |
Rare Earth Element Named After Where It Was Discovered Crossword Clue
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SCANDIUM which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCANDIUM
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "SCANDIUM" which means:
- noun
- • A white trivalent metallic element; sometimes classified in the rare earth group; occurs in the scandinavian mineral thortveitite
An example sentence would be:
- • "The price of scandium can be quite high due to its limited availability."
- • "The demand for scandium is expected to increase in the coming years."
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| New York Times09 Aug 2019 | Down 1 | |
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