2. By: Reid

3.  Zirconium is a metal.  It is a silvery gray color.  It is a solid.  It is slightly magnetic.

4.  Hexagonal close-packed

5.  Symbol – Zr  Atomic Number – 40  Atomic Mass – 91  No. of Electrons – 40  No. of Protons – 40  No. of Neutrons – 51

6.  Period – 5  Group – 4  Electrons per shell – 2, 8, 18, 10, 2  Block – D

7.  Zirconium can be used to prevent rust and other corrosion.

8.  It can be used to treat poison ivy.

9.  It’s common in South Africa and Australia  The chart below displays the locations of Zirconium.

10.  Zirconium is not very reactive  Oxidation States: 4, 3, 2, 1, (amphoteric oxide)

11.  Video of Zirconium Video of Zirconium  Zirconium can be used to make jewelry.