samarium148

Samarium-148 is an isotope of samarium. Samarium is a chemical element with the symbol Sm and atomic number 62. It is a silvery-white metal that is reactive. Samarium is a member of the lanthanide series, a group of elements that are characterized by their similar chemical properties.

Samarium-148 has a mass number of 148, meaning it has 62 protons and 86 neutrons in its nucleus. This particular isotope is stable, meaning it does not undergo radioactive decay. Stable isotopes are important in various scientific applications, including dating rocks and studying chemical reactions.

Samarium-148 is found naturally in samarium ores. The abundance of samarium-148 in natural samarium is approximately 11.28%. While samarium itself has some uses in magnets and lasers, samarium-148 specifically is not typically isolated for commercial use due to its stable nature and the fact that other samarium isotopes are more commonly studied for their properties. Its significance lies primarily within the broader context of samarium's isotopic composition and its role in nuclear physics research.