From Conservapedia | Titanium | |
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| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Ti |
| Atomic number | 22 |
| Classification | Transition metal |
| Atomic mass | 47.9 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1791 |
| Name of discoverer | William Gregor |
| Name origin | From the Greek word titanos (Titans) |
| Uses | Paint, rubber, paper |
| Obtained from | Minerals (ilmenite, rutile) |
Titanium is a metallic element which is notable for having the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any metal and for its incredible resistance to corrosion. These properties have led the metal to become a material of choice for aerospace applications.
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22
Ti 47.9 |
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| *Lanthanides | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Categories: [Metals]
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