Lutetium is a rare earth metal from the periodic table. It is a silvery-white, malleable metal that is relatively rare in nature. Lutetium has a wide range of industrial applications, including the production of catalysts, high-temperature lubricants and optical equipment.
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| Atomic number | 71 |
| Group | VIIA |
| Period | 6 |
| Mass | 174.9668 |
| Latin name | Lutetium |
| Electron configuration | [Xe]4f14 5d6s2 |
| Oxidation state | 0, 1, 2, 3 |