Nickel

NICKEL

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Uses

References

Emsley , J. (2014). Nickel: Periodic table. Retrieved from http://www.rsc.orgNickel: Periodic table. (2014). Retrieved from http://periodic.lanl.gov/28.shtml

1.) Discovered in 1751, by A.F. Cronstedt 2.)Name shortened for the German "Kupfernickel" meaning either devils copper or St. Nicholas copper.

1.) Used to make rechargable batteries.

1.) Making alloys such as stainless steel.2.) Converting sea water into fresh water.3.) Gives glass a greenish color.4.) Used to make coins.5.) Used as a coating for other metals.

Personal Applications

CriteriaNICKELAtomic Number: 28Mass: 58.69Symbol: NI