Scandium+ Austin


 * Element Name:** Scandium


 * Element Symbol:** Sc


 * Atomic Mass:** 45[[image:SCANDIUM.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 21


 * Protons:** 21


 * Electrons:** 21


 * Discovery:** Scandium was discovered by Nilson in 1878 in Scandinavia


 * How it Was Named:** Named by the Latin word Scandia meaning Scandinavia


 * State of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting point:** 1541°C


 * Boiling Point:** 2836°C


 * Characteristics:** Silvery-white, soft, reacts rapidly with many acids


 * Uses:** Used in baseball bats such as the Easton V12


 * Interesting Facts:** When exposed to air it turns pinkish-yellowish. Also, it's the 50th most abundant element on Earth.

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