Facts About Cobalt and Thallium
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.
- Compounds of Thallium metal are highly Toxic.
- Thallium metal is being suspected as a human carcinogen.
Sources
Found in Compounds, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Found As a By-product, Ores of metals, Ores of Minerals
Who Discovered
Georg Brandt
William Crookes
Discovery
In 1732
In 1861
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available