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I think platinum. Not entirely sure though.
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Is tungsten used in spaceships?
Yes, tungsten is used in spaceships. The hardness and density of tungsten as well as its high melting point make it a good material for rocket nozzles.
Is tungsten stronger than gold?
Yep. Tungsten has the highest tensile strength of all metals. It is very hard, but brittle, and will fracture instead of giving in. Gold, particularly 24k, is very soft and might even be accidentally bent by hand in thin parts of the piece. On the other hand, gold is the most ductile and malleable metal; it will bend and stretch instead of breaking.
What are examples of ductile rocks?
In order to be ductile a rock usually must be very hot. Rocks in lowest part of the crust and in the mantle (apart from the lithosphere) are usually ductile. Rock salt often exhibits ductile behavior as well.
Is tungsten an insulator?
Tungsten is a metallic element of the periodic table. Because of this, it is not an insulator of energy but a conductor instead.
How is tungsten used in cars?
it is used in the ballasts
Which is hardest metal on earth -tungsten or platinum?
Tungsten.
Which metal is hardest between platinum or tangstain?
I don't think there's a material called tangstain. If you mean tungsten, then tungsten is much harder than platinum.
Is diamond stronger than tungsten?
Yes.
Is there an element stronger than titanium?
metal is so stronger In tool making they use an alloy called Chrome Vanadium.
Which elements are used for jewelry?
Gold, Copper, Silver, Platinum, and Tungsten.
What are the differences between a tungsten carbide wedding band and a platinum wedding band?
Tungsten Carbide is a composition containing equal parts of Tungsten Metal (W) and Carbon (C). While Platinum (Pt) is a metal in and of it self. The letters in parenthesis indicate the chemical symbol on the periodic table. There are many differences physically between tungsten and platinum. Platinum is slightly brighter and has more of a silver shine, while tungsten carbide has a dark, shiny hue. On the Mohs scale of hardness, platinum has a hardness rating of about 4.5 out of 10, while tungsten carbide is a staggering 9.5 (Diamonds are a 10). Although tungsten carbide is harder to scratch, it is also brittle and can shatter if more than enough force is applied (ie falling from a high place, throwing it against the wall, smashing it while on a vice grip). Platinum and other lesser metals will simply take the scratch or dent, but won't shatter or break apart easily.
What are the benefits of choosing tungsten wedding rings over traditional gold ones?
There are a few advantages of using tungsten over gold for wedding rings. Tungsten is ten times stronger and harder than gold. Tungsten also has an incredible shine.
Do incandescent bulbs contain a filament of platinum?
yes, incandescent bulbs do not contain a filament of platinum. Yes they do contain a filament called a tungsten.
What 5 elements are used in a jewelry store?
gold, copper, silver, platinum, and tungsten by Brandon Lopez
What do you need tungsten for?
Tungsten has long been used as an FMJ on armour-piercing bullets. It is sometimes used for jewellery due to it's ductility and hardness, similar to that of gold and platinum (it is significantly less expensive).
What is better a roserade or a togekiss platinum?
a togekiss is it is stronger and rarer
Is platinum stronger than dimand?
Diamond is the strongest substance
