Discovery
Discovered by Juan José and Fausto Elhuyar in 1783.
Common Uses
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Used in the production of lightbulb filaments.
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Used in welding electrodes and as an alloy in tools.
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Used in the aerospace industry and military for armor-piercing ammunition.
Interesting Facts
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Tungsten has the highest melting point of any metal.
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It is used in various industrial applications due to its extreme strength and resistance to heat.
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