Facts About Chromium and Tungsten
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.
- Tungsten element has the second highest melting point.
- Pure tungsten can easily cut down with the help of hacksaw.
Sources
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of metals, Ores of Minerals
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Who Discovered
Louis Nicolas Vauquelin
Not Available
Discovery
In Between 1797 - 1798
In 1781
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available