Facts About Berkelium and Silver
Interesting Facts
- X-ray Diffraction- different compounds of Berkelium metals are identified using it.
Commercial uses of Berkelium metal are not yet discovered.
- It is the most reflective element.
- Silver is the second most ductile metal after Gold.
- It is also used in Dentistry as a dental alloys for clips and crowning.
Sources
Bombarding Americium with Alpha Particles.
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Ores of metals
Who Discovered
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Discovery
In 1949
Before 5000 BC
Abundance In Earth's Crust