Mischmetall is a well-known alloy containing significant amounts of lanthanoid metals. What is its a

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Mischmetall is a well-known alloy containing significant amounts of lanthanoid metals. What is its approximate composition and a common use?

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Mischmetall consists of ~95% lanthanoid metals and ~5% iron, along with traces of S, C, Ca, and Al. It is commonly used in magnesium-based alloys to produce pyrophoric lighter flints.