Niobium (Nb)
Refractory Metals | Atomic Number: 41
Basic Properties
Nb
41
92.91 g/mol
| Element Category | Refractory Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 41 |
| Atomic Weight | 92.91 g/mol |
| Crystal Structure | Body-centered cubic (BCC) |
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Description
Niobium improves steel properties and is used in superconducting materials. It's vital for aerospace and nuclear applications.
| Density | 8.57 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 2477°C |
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| Boiling Point | 4744°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good |
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Applications
Used in steel and superalloys.
Production Methods
Extracted from pyrochlore.
History
Discovered in 1801.