Niobium
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Niobium
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Niobium is a chemical element; it has symbol Nb and atomic number 41. It is a light grey, crystalline, and ductile transition metal. Pure niobium has a Mohs hardness rating similar to pure titanium, and it has similar ductility to iron. Niobium oxidizes in Earth's atmosphere very slowly, hence its application in jewelry as a hypoallergenic alternative to nickel. Niobium is often found in the minerals pyrochlore and columbite. Its name comes from Greek mythology: Niobe, daughter of Tantalus, the
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Chemical element with atomic number 41 (Nb)
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niobium
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2001-05-17T13:26:54Z
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2024-09-10T03:13:25Z
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