Facts About Lanthanum and Silver
Interesting Facts
- Lanthanum metal is highly malleable, ductile and sectile.
- If exposed to air Lanthanum metal oxidizes rapidly.
- 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 Minerals
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Ores of metals
Who Discovered
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Unknown
Discovery
In 1838
Before 5000 BC
Abundance In Earth's Crust