Facts About Cobalt and Erbium
Interesting Facts
- The main source of Cobalt is as a by-product of copper and nickel metal mining.
- Cobalt metal can be obtained from other elements like Oxygen, Sulfur and Arsenic.
- It s also used in electroplating process as it exhibits anti cession properties.
- Erbium metal is used as alloyed with Vanadium to make it softer.
- Recent studies shows that it is helpful for metabolism.
Sources
Found in Compounds, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Mining
Who Discovered
Georg Brandt
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Discovery
In 1732
In 1842
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available