Transition Metals

5 Transition Metal Elements

• Zinc
• Copper
• Iron
• Cobalt
• Nickel

3 Interesting Facts

• These elements want the most stable configuration
• Transition metals contain Rare Earths elements
• Usually very colorful elements

These Elements in the Real World

• Iron- This is used in many things, also found in your blood
• Cobalt- Used in engines and turbines, used to be used in blue paint back in the day
• Nickel-Used as a coating for other metals because it doesnt corrode

Iron

Iron
Color: Silver/Grey
Texture: Smooth with sharper edges

Iron

• Atomic Number: 26
• Atomic Mass: 55.845
• Metal
• Density: 7.86g/cm^3
• It would sink in water

Iron

• Atomic Number: 26
• Atomic Mass: 55.845
• Metal
• Density: 7.86g/cm^3
• It would sink in water

Find Iron in the Real World?

• Iron is used in many medications
• Stainless steel items in your house are made from iron
• Many parts of your car are made up of iron

Stainless Steel Appliance made of Iron

Interesting Facts About Iron

• It is the 6th most common element on Earth.
• It is found on the outer and inner crust of Earth.
• One of the oldest known elements, was discovered in ancient times.

Historical Facts About Iron

• It was called "holy metal" because in ancient times it was used to make Crusade Swords.
• Its symbol Fe comes from the latin word Ferrum which means iron.