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The Element Scandium - Basic Physical and Historical Information ...

Discovered : by L.F. Nilson in 1879 Isolated in Uppsala, Sweden Origin : The name is derived from 'Scandia', the Latin name for Scandinavia. Description : A silvery metal that tarnishes in air, burns easily and reacts with water. It is used only for research purposes. Image : 8th century Norse figurine. Scandium animation - click the icon above for viewing instructions. QuickTime Player required.

Statistics and information on the worldwide supply, demand, and flow of scandium ...