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Erbium is a metallic element in the lanthanide series with an atomic number of 68 and a silvery-white appearance. It was first discovered in 1843 by Carl Gustaf Mosander in its oxide form and derives its name from the village of Ytterby in Sweden, where the mineral from which it was isolated was found. It is particularly known for its applications in fiber optic technology and glass coloring. Classification and Basic Properties Erbium (Er) is an element located in the 6th period of the periodic