Lanthanum

The prototypical element in the rare earth family of metals. It has the atomic symbol La, atomic number 57, and atomic weight 138.91. Lanthanide ion is used in experimental biology as a calcium antagonist; lanthanum oxide improves the optical properties of glass.

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Tree Number(s): D01.268.558.362.500, D01.552.550.399.500

MeSH Unique ID: D007811

Registry Number: 6I3K30563S

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Inorganic Chemicals
Elements
Metals, Rare Earth
Lanthanoid Series Elements
Lanthanum

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Inorganic Chemicals
Metals
Metals, Rare Earth
Lanthanoid Series Elements
Lanthanum