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Palladium
Atomic Number46
Atomic Mass106.42 u
CategoryTransition Metal
State at Room TempSolid
Year Discovered1803
About Palladium
Named after the asteroid Pallas, discovered around the same time. Crucial for catalytic converters in cars. Used in fuel cells that combine hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity. Palladium can absorb 900 times its own volume of hydrogen. Also used in dentistry, electronics, and jewelry. Price surged in 2019-2020 due to automotive demand.
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