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Calcium was discovered by Sir Humphrey Davy in 1808 in England. Origin of name: from the Latin word "''calx''" meaning "''lime''" It is one of the primary constitutents of bones, shells and limestone, and also temporary hard water. When temporary hard water is boiled it forms a white film on the container. It is also used in cement and mortar.

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