Zirconium is a chemical element from the periodic table. It is a gray-white transition metal that is found in many minerals. Zirconium is used in the production of nuclear reactors and fuel rods, as well as in the production of high-temperature ceramics. It is also used in the production of titanium alloys and foundry molds.
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| Atomic number | 40 |
| Group | IVB |
| Period | 5 |
| Mass | 91.224 |
| Latin name | Zirconium |
| Electron configuration | [Kr]4d2 5s2 |
| Oxidation state | -2, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 |