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Mineral resource of the month: aluminum

January 1, 2012

The article offers information on aluminum, a mineral resource which is described as the third-most abundant element in Earth's crust. According to the article, aluminum is the second-most used metal. Hans Christian Oersted, a Danish chemist, was the first to isolate aluminum in the laboratory. Aluminum is described as lightweight, corrosion-resistant and an excellent conductor of electricity and heat.

Publication Year 2012
Title Mineral resource of the month: aluminum
Authors E. Bray
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earth
Index ID 70044811
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization National Minerals Information Center
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