What is Iridium ?
Do we have Iridium in Haiti ?
**iridium** is a chemical element with the symbol **Ir** and atomic number **77**. It is a very hard, brittle, silvery-white transition metal belonging to the platinum group. Here’s a brief description of iridium:
* **Appearance**: Silvery white
* **Density**: It is considered the second-densest naturally occurring metal (after osmium) with a density of **22.56 g/cm³**.
* **Melting Point**: **2719 K** (2446 °C or 4435 °F)
* **Boiling Point**: **4403 K** (4130 °C or 7466 °F)
!Iridium
Iridium forms beautiful crystals, as shown in the image above. Its unique properties make it valuable in various applications, including electrical contacts, spark plugs, and even in some high-end fountain pen nibs. If you’re curious about its appearance, these crystals capture its silvery-white luster.
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