The crystal structures and lattice parameters of high-purity scandium, yttrium and the rare earth metals

Abstract

The crystal structures and accurate lattice constants of scandium, yttrium and the rare earth metals are given, and the values of their calculated mole-atomic volumes, densities, axial ratios and metallic radii are graphically compared. Expected variations due to the 'lanthanide contraction' and structure differences are noted, and additional irregularities in the axial ratio and metallic radii plots are indicated.