Niobium

Element Name: Niobium


 * Element Symbol**: Nb


 * Atomic Mass**: 93[[image:Niobium_Jada.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number**: 41


 * Protons**: 41


 * Electrons**: 41


 * Discovery**: Discovered in 1801 by Hatchett.


 * How It Was Named**: Named after Niobe, the daughter of Tantalus.


 * State of Matter**: Solid.


 * Melting Point**: 2477°C


 * Boiling Point**: 4744°C


 * Characteristics**:
 * Grey metallic.
 * Soft.
 * Bluish tinge when exposed to air at room temperature.


 * Uses of Element**: Used in all types of jewelry.


 * Interesting Facts**: Niobium was rediscovered and renamed by Heinrich Rose in 1844. Niobium is a fire hazard, but is harmless.

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