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- 1. A reddish metal used in electrical wiring and plumbing.
- 3. A greenish-yellow gas used to disinfect swimming pools.
- 7. A shiny, hard metal used to produce stainless steel and chrome plating.
- 8. A noble gas often used in light bulbs to prevent the filament from oxidizing.
- 12. A metal often found in coins and used to plate other metals to prevent corrosion.
- 14. A metalloid used in fiber optics and infrared optics.
- 16. A metal used to galvanize steel and prevent rusting; also found in sunscreen.
- 21. A metal used in LED displays and certain cancer treatments.
- 22. A non-metal used in photocopiers and as a dietary supplement for its antioxidant properties.
- 23. A yellow, non-metal element with a strong odor; used in vulcanizing rubber.
- 24. A dark, reddish-brown liquid used in flame retardants and photography.
- 26. A strong, corrosion-resistant metal used in implants and aircraft.
- 27. An element found in gemstones like emeralds and aquamarines.
- 28. A metal used in alloys, such as bronze and solder, and to coat other metals.
- 29. A highly reactive gas used in toothpaste to prevent cavities.
- 31. A metal essential for blood production; commonly rusts when exposed to oxygen.
- 33. A metalloid crucial for making semiconductors and computer chips.
- 36. A metal used in rechargeable batteries for electronics.
- 39. A metal used to strengthen steel and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.
- 40. A noble gas often used in bright, colorful signs.
- 43. A soft metal used in LCD screens and solders.
- 46. A metal used in steel alloys and as a catalyst in petroleum refining.
- 47. A reactive element found in matches and fertilizers.
- 48. A colorless gas that makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere.
- 49. A rare metal used in aerospace components and sports equipment.
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- 2. A precious metal used in catalytic converters and electronics.
- 4. An element used in steel production to improve its strength and durability.
- 5. An essential dietary mineral found in bananas; also reacts violently with water.
- 6. A lightweight metal used in fireworks and flares to produce a bright white light.
- 9. A vital component for strong bones and teeth; found in milk.
- 10. A soft, silvery metal that reacts explosively with water; used in atomic clocks.
- 11. A gas commonly used to fill balloons and make them float.
- 13. A metal that melts in your hand; used in electronics and LEDs.
- 15. A rare metal used in electrical contacts and as a catalyst.
- 17. A toxic metal used in batteries and pigments.
- 18. A corrosion-resistant metal used in nuclear reactors and jewelry.
- 19. A magnetic element used in batteries and blue pigments for glass and ceramics.
- 20. A lightweight, silver-colored metal used in cans and foil.
- 22. A soft, silvery metal that reacts vigorously with water; part of table salt.
- 24. An element that strengthens glass and ceramics; found in borax.
- 25. A toxic element historically used in pesticides and poisons.
- 30. A rare metal used in catalytic converters and jewelry.
- 32. Essential for respiration and combustion; the most abundant element in the Earth's crust.
- 34. A precious metal with the highest electrical conductivity; used in jewelry and coins.
- 35. A radioactive element used in medical imaging.
- 37. The basis of all known life forms; can be found in diamonds and graphite.
- 38. A metalloid used in flame retardants and lead-acid batteries.
- 41. A metal used in superconducting magnets and specialized steel alloys.
- 42. The lightest and most abundant chemical substance in the universe.
- 44. A metal used in fireworks to produce red flames.
- 45. A noble gas used in high-performance light bulbs and flash photography.