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Gallium

Journal Article · · Elements
OSTI ID:245203
Discovered in 1875 through a study of its spectral properties, gallium was the first element to be uncovered following the publication of Mendeleev`s Periodic Table. French chemist, P.E. Lecoq de Boisbaudran, named his element discovery in honor of his native country; gallium is derived from the Latin word for France-{open_quotes}Gallia.{close_quotes}. This paper describes the properties, sources, and market for gallium.
OSTI ID:
245203
Journal Information:
Elements, Journal Name: Elements Journal Issue: 6 Vol. 4; ISSN 1074-8709; ISSN ELMEET
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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