| Origin of Name |
After Vanadis, a Scandinavian goddess |
| Date and Place of Discovery |
In 1801 in Mexico (del Rio)
In 1803 in Sweden (Sefstrom)
Explanation |
| Discovered by |
Andres Manuel del Rio
Nils Gabriel Sefstrom |
| Common Compounds |
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| Interesting facts |
- It is never found free in nature, but it can be found in 65 different minerals.
- It is a trace mineral needed by the human body in very small amounts.
- Researchers believe that vanadium can prevent cholesterol forming in the blood vessels.
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| Common Uses |
- Stainless steel products, especially surgical instruments
- Tools
- Axles
- Crankshafts
- Gears
- Magnets
- Electrical fuel cells
- Storage batteries
- Alexandrite jewelry
- Electrochemical coatings to protect against rust and corrosion
- Lacrosse shafts
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