What is the meaning of the element europium?

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Answer 1

Europium = Eu with atomic number of 63

According to Wikipedia:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Europium

"Europium (pronounced /jʊˈroʊpiəm/) is a chemical element with the symbol Eu and atomic number 63. It was named after the continent Europe.

Europium is the most reactive of the rare earth elements; it rapidly oxidizes in air, and resembles calcium in its reaction with water; deliveries of the metal element in solid form, even when coated with a protective layer of mineral oil, are rarely shiny. Europium ignites in air at about 150 °C to 180 °C. It is about as hard as lead and quite ductile."