Rhenium
Rhenium is a chemical element with the symbol Re and atomic number 75. It is a silvery-white, heavy, transition metal that is found in the platinum group of the periodic table. Rhenium has the highest melting point and the highest boiling point of any metal. It is a very rare element, occurring only in minute quantities in the Earth’s crust.
Properties
Rhenium has a number of interesting properties. It has the second-highest melting point and the second-highest boiling point of all the elements. It is also very stable, meaning that it does not corrode easily and is not affected by most chemicals.
Uses
Rhenium has a number of uses. It is used in alloys, especially with platinum and titanium. These alloys are very strong and have a high resistance to corrosion. Rhenium is also used in filaments for light bulbs.
