Titanium
From Conservapedia
| Titanium | |
|---|---|
| Name | Titanium |
| Symbol | Ti |
| Atomic number | 22 |
| Atomic mass | 47.9 amu |
| Classification | Transition metal |
| Crystal structure | Hexagonal |
| Color | Silver |
| Date of discovery | 1791 |
| Name of discoverer | William Gregor |
| Name origin | From the Greek word titanos (Titans) |
| Uses | Paint, rubber, paper |
| Obtained from | Minerals (ilmenite, rutile |
Titanium is a metallic element which is notable for having the highest strength to weight ratio of any metal and for its incredible resistance to corrosion. These properties have led the metal to become a material of choice for aerospace applications.
