Vanadium

Vanadium
Properties
Atomic symbol	V
Atomic number	47.9
Classification	Transition metal
Atomic mass	50.9 amu
Other Information
Date of discovery	1830
Name of discoverer	Nils Sefstrom
Name origin	After Vanadis (Scandinavian goddess)
Uses	Catalyst, dye, color-fixer
Obtained from	Minerals (patronite, vanadinite)