under a glass globe from the contact of the air. ; Crystallization was effected by introducing a platinum wire carrying a particle of solid gallium into the metal cooled to 10° or 15° C.
Environmental systems scientist at the University of Delaware. Gallium metal has the unusual property of melting at room temperature and is often used as a curiosity prop in chemistry exhibitions.
Gallium and germanium are metals used in high-speed computer chips and in the defence and renewable energy sectors. [Macro photo/Shutterstock] Companies caught out by China's decision to restrict ...