Platinum the Element
Title: Platinum the Element
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 936 | Pages: 3 (approximately 235 words/page)
Platinum the Element
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 936 | Pages: 3 (approximately 235 words/page)
Platinum, symbol Pt, is a relatively rare, metallic element that is more expensive than gold. The atomic number of platinum is 78. Platinum is one of the transition elements in group 10 of the periodic table. Platinum is the most important of the group of elements called platinum metals. Also included in this group are the metals ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, osmium, and iridium. Platinum metals were probably used in alloyed forms in ancient Greece and Rome and
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Platinum has many uses, which indirectly contribute to every day life. Platinum is a major factor in the production of cars and to the petroleum industry. Without platinum, there would be more carbon monoxide in the air. Laboratory equipment benefits from platinum because of its inactivity and resistance to corrosion. Platinum is a beautiful element, but also has many practical uses.