Facts About Osmium and Silver
Interesting Facts
- Osmium metal does not oxidize in air unless it is heated.
- But if it heated den it forms Osmium Tetroxide, which is highly toxic.
- 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 As a By-product, Found in Minerals, Mining
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Ores of metals
Who Discovered
Smithson Tennant
Unknown
Discovery
In 1803
Before 5000 BC
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Oceans
Not Available