Iron (Fe)
- Atomic number 26
- Melting point 1538 °C
- Density 7900 kg/m³
- Discovered (lower wins) -3000
- Earth's crust 56300 ppm
Did you know? The Earth's core is mostly made of iron.
Did you know? The Earth's core is mostly made of iron.
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