Manganese

Not to be confused with Magnesium

Position of manganese in the periodic table.

ManganeseManganese in a glass plate

Manganese is a chemical element with the symbol Mn and atomic number 25. It is a hard, brittle, silvery metal, often found in minerals in combination with iron.

Uses

Manganese is a transition metal with a multifaceted array of industrial alloy uses, particularly in stainless steels. It improves strength, workability, and resistance to wear.

Manganese oxide is used as an oxidising agent; as a rubber additive; and in glass making, fertilizers, and ceramics. Manganese sulfate can be used as a fungicide.

Dependencies

• Manganese
  • Manganese oxide
  • Steel
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Nickel
• Tin
• Zinc
  • Bronze

See also

• Aluminum
• Copper
• Gold
• Iron
• Lead
• Magnesium
• Nickel
• Tin
• Titanium
• Zinc
• Chemical elements

References

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