Facts About Chromium and Silver
Interesting Facts
- Chromium is highly reactive, hence it is not found free in nature.
- Ores of Chromites mineral are the major source of Chromium metal.
- Almost 90% leather tanning is done with the help of chromium.
- 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
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of metals, Ores of Minerals
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Ores of metals
Who Discovered
Louis Nicolas Vauquelin
Unknown
Discovery
In Between 1797 - 1798
Before 5000 BC
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available