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A hard, silvery metal that is very resistant to corrosion.

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Zirconium is a lustrous, silver-gray metal that is quite strong and ductile. It has a relatively low density and high melting point. It is corrosion-resistant and does not react with most acids or alkalis, except for hydrofluoric acid and concentrated sulfuric acid.

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