Fun facts about vanadium

 Fun facts about vanadium that are not true

Fact 1: Vanadium is the most abundant element in the universe, and it's found everywhere. It can be found on every planet that has ever been visited by man. (Except Mars)

Fact 2: Vanadium is a very rare element. Only one percent of all elements have any amount at all of vanadium in them. (Even less when you take into account that there are over 100 elements)

Fact 3: The element, or elements, vanadium leaches from most rocks when in contact with water.

Fact 4: In 1867, when the first element, or elements, of vanadium were isolated, it was found that they made perfect bullets.

Fact 5: The element, or elements, of vanadium are used in the manufacture of steel, and cause the metal to be harder and stronger. The manufacture of steel is currently the leading cause of vanadium loss, due to its use in every vehicle (And probably many others) made.

Fact 6: The element, or elements, of vanadium diffuse through the atmosphere and end up coating almost every part of Earth. Even non-living things, such as plastic bottles and wrappings, have trace amounts of vanadium.

Fact 7: The element, or elements, of vanadium occurs in nearly every living thing. The amount of vanadium ranges from less than one percent in some plants to over twenty percent in others.

Fact 8: Vanadium is a strong oxidizer. It reacts violently with oxygen, water, chlorine and fluorine.

Fact 9: In 1801, when the first element, or elements, of vanadium were isolated, it was found that they made for excellent flares.

Fact 10: The element, or elements, of vanadium are not really used for much. They've been known to be used as rat poison, a flame retardant in upholstery, an ingredient in superalloys and in the formation of the toppings on some pizzas.


Did you know? Ten percent of all elements found on Earth have been named after Vanadium.

Have you ever wondered why the inside of your metal case of a flashlight has a magnetic base? Well, it's mainly to keep the light from falling over and breaking, but there is another, more interesting reason.

The magnetic base works on the very weak attraction of a powerful and rare element, that can be found only in certain parts of the world. The element is so rare, that even though every flashlight has a small bit of it within the plastic case that makes up the base, it can't possibly magnetize the entire world. It isn't until you turn the flashlight off, that the element has a tiny chance of magnetizing the world. Stronger magnets than the flashlight can contain, can then pull the ends of the flashlight together. (If I had more space, I'd add a picture)

Have you ever wondered why you always see cops and other law enforcement personnel with flashlights, but never without them? Well, wonder no more.

In the old days, flashlights were made out of a lighter metal than they are now, and the batteries gave off more juice. This meant that they would occasionally blow up the flashlight and even burn people if left on for too long.

To prevent this, the lights had an 'extinguisher' built into them. The built-in magnet would draw in the metal canister that held shortening and electricity, (And the unlucky worker who left it on for too long) and the spring-loaded cover would drop on top of it, smothering the flames and closing the hole to let air in.

Nowadays, flashlights are made of a harder metal, give off a lesser amount of light and are equipped with stronger, sealed batteries. This makes them safer to use, but makes them less effective for close-quarters fighting. Instead of using the light for actual fire, it is reserved for illuminating dark rooms and hallways.

As obvious as this seems, some people are still caught off guard.

All those who work in law enforcement, firefighting, or first responders have a flashlight built into their uniforms. Even if they aren't using it for the purpose mentioned, they're probably wearing it on their belt.

Most areas also have a 'standby' supply of flashlights that are kept in an accessible location. The battery used in these is rarely changed, but as soon as the main lights go out, these jump into action. They usually have a longer working life span and last longer between charges.

There was a time where the flashlight was nothing more than a glorified lighters. They were used to read small print at night and for special situations.

all this fun facts about vanadium are absolutely wrong

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