Niobium


 * Element Name:** Niobium


 * Element Symbol:** Nb


 * Atomic Mass:** 93[[image:Niobium.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 41


 * Protons:** 41


 * Electrons:** 41


 * Discovery:** Niobium was initially discovered in 1734 by John Winthrop the Younger.


 * How It Was Named:** Named after Greek mythological figure, Niobe.


 * State of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting Point:** 2,477°C


 * Boiling Point:** 4,744°C


 * Characteristics:** Shiny, white, and soft.


 * Uses of Element:** Alloying agent for jewelry, alloy used to make superconductive wire.


 * Interesting Facts:** Takes on a bluish tinge when exposed to air at room temperature for too long, also known as columbium.

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