Density
2.375 g/cm³ (liquid at melting point)
Discovery
Discovered by Hans Christian Ørsted in 1825.
Common Uses
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Widely used in aircraft manufacturing and transportation
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Integral in beverage cans and packaging
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Extensively used in construction and household utensils
Interesting Facts
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Aluminum is the most abundant metal in Earth’s crust.
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Its natural oxide layer makes it resistant to corrosion.
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Aluminum alloys combine light weight with high strength.
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