Titanium | Name | Titanium | | Symbol | Ti | | Atomic Number | 22 | | Atomic Mass | 47.867 atomic mass units | | Number of Protons | 22 | | Number of Neutrons | 26 | | Number of Electrons | 22 | | Melting Point | 1660.0° C | | Boiling Point | 3287.0° C | | Density | 4.54 grams per cubic centimeter | | Normal Phase | Solid | | Family | Transition Metals | | Period | 4 | | Cost | Unavailable | | Origin of Name | From the Greek word Titans, which were the sons of the earth goddess in Greek mythology | | Date and Place of Discovery | In 1779 in Cornwall, England | | Discovered by | William Gregor | | Common Compounds | - Titanium chloride (TiCl3)
- Titanium nitride (TiN)
- Titanium tetrachloride (TiCl4)
| | Interesting facts | Titanium has a low density and good strength. Titanium is the only element that burns in nitrogen. Titanium is used in fireworks. | | Common Uses | - Mill products such as sheet, plate, bar, wire, forgings and castings can be found in industrial, aerospace, and recreational markets.
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