Facts About Zirconium and Erbium
Interesting Facts
- Zirconium metal can resist to weak acids.
- Zirconium metal reacts with oxygen and nitrogen in the atmosphere.
- Erbium metal is used as alloyed with Vanadium to make it softer.
- Recent studies shows that it is helpful for metabolism.
Sources
Found in Minerals, Mining, Ores of Minerals
Mining
Who Discovered
Martin Heinrich Klaproth
Carl Gustaf Mosander
Discovery
In 1789
In 1842
Abundance In Earth's Crust
Abundance In Humans
Not Available