Facts About Strontium and Lanthanum
Interesting Facts
- Strontium element is softer than Calcium.
- Silvery Strontium turns yellow, if exposed to air.
- Lanthanum metal is highly malleable, ductile and sectile.
- If exposed to air Lanthanum metal oxidizes rapidly.
Sources
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Who Discovered
William Cruickshank
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Discovery
In 1787
In 1838
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available