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Minerals glossary

Tantalum

Also called Ta₂O₅, tantalum pentoxide

A rare, corrosion-resistant refractory metal. Its main use is capacitors; it is also used in superalloys, chip wiring barriers and medical implants. Ore is priced on Ta₂O₅ content.

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