Neodymium is the fourth member of the Lanthanide series, being located in the first row below the periodic table of elements. It is a silvery-white metal with a melting point of 1024 degrees Celsius. It was identified in 1885 by Carl Auer von Welsbach. 

Neodymium is an extremely versatile and important element. It is used in Neodymium magnets, welders goggles, sunbeds, and many others.