Scandium
Discovered : by L.F. Nilson in 1879

Isolated in Uppsala, Sweden

Origin : The name is derived from 'Scandia', the Latin name for Scandinavia.

Description :

A silvery metal that tarnishes in air, burns easily and reacts with water. It is used only for research purposes.

Image :

8th century Norse figurine. Click here to see larger version of this image.



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