Tantalum
Tantalum (Ta) is a silver-gray heavy metal, a chemical element with atomic number 73.
Description
Tantalum is a rare metal known for its high density and high temperature resistance.
Application
It is used in the production of electronic components, in the production of special steels and alloys, in the production of chemical reactors, and in medical equipment.
Extraction
Major producing countries include Australia, Brazil and Canada.
Unique properties
Tantalum is highly corrosion resistant as well as chemically inert. It is also a good conductor of heat and electricity.
Tantalum plays an important role in modern technology, especially in the electronic and industrial sectors, due to its unique physical and chemical properties.