Facts About Erbium and Chromium
Interesting Facts
- Erbium metal is used as alloyed with Vanadium to make it softer.
- Recent studies shows that it is helpful for metabolism.
- 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.
Sources
Mining
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of metals, Ores of Minerals
Who Discovered
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Louis Nicolas Vauquelin
Discovery
In 1842
In Between 1797 - 1798
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available