Lanthanoids are a group of chemical elements that consist of 15 metallic elements from atomic numbers 57 to 71. Lanthanoids are commonly referred to as rare earth elements and have many applications in modern technology. Although the term Lanthanoid is frequently used, there are other synonyms for this group of elements such as Lanthanide, Rare earth metals, Rare earth elements, and Rare earths. Scientists often refer to these elements as REEs for short. These elements are used in various applications from electronic devices to renewable energy systems, making their importance in modern technology undeniable.