Ytterbium sputtering target is a metal target made of high-purity Ytterbium (Yb) metal. It has a melting point of 824°C, a boiling point of 1193°C, and a density of 6.965g/cm3.
Ytterbium is a soft, malleable and ductile chemical element that displays a bright silvery luster when pure. It is a rare earth element, and it is readily dissolved by the strong mineral acids. It reacts slowly with cold water and it oxidizes slowly in air.