The Versatile Metal: Tungsten and Its Applications

The video explores tungsten, a grayish-white, lustrous metal with atomic number 74 and symbol W. It discusses its historical discovery, isolation, and naming origins. Tungsten's use in incandescent bulbs is highlighted, noting inefficiencies. The metal's role in creating durable alloys like high-speed steel is explained, along with its industrial applications in aerospace and radiation shielding. Tungsten's hypoallergenic properties make it suitable for jewelry, offering a gold-like density and resistance to scratching.

What are tungsten super alloys and where are they commonly used?

How does tungsten compare to gold in terms of density and hypoallergenic properties?