By: Reid
Zirconium is a metal. It is a silvery gray color. It is a solid. It is slightly magnetic.
Hexagonal close-packed
Symbol – Zr Atomic Number – 40 Atomic Mass – 91 No. of Electrons – 40 No. of Protons – 40 No. of Neutrons – 51
Period – 5 Group – 4 Electrons per shell – 2, 8, 18, 10, 2 Block – D
Zirconium can be used to prevent rust and other corrosion.
It can be used to treat poison ivy.
It’s common in South Africa and Australia The chart below displays the locations of Zirconium.
Zirconium is not very reactive Oxidation States: 4, 3, 2, 1, (amphoteric oxide)
Video of Zirconium Video of Zirconium Zirconium can be used to make jewelry.