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Zr
40transition metalGenerated with AI1 min read

Zirconium

SymbolZr
Atomic Mass91.2242

Zirconium is a chemical element with symbol Zr and atomic number 40. The name of zirconium is taken from the name of the mineral zircon, the most important source of zirconium. The word zircon comes from the Persian word zargun زرگون, meaning “gold-colored”.

Properties

  • Phase: Solid
  • Density: 6.52 g/cm³
  • Melting Point: 2128 K
  • Boiling Point: 4650 K

Uses