Palladium
ID: 28
Palladium
Chemical Formula
Pd
Hardness (Mohs)
4.5 - 5
Crystal System
Isometric
Streak
Silvery-white
Luster
Metallic
Diaphaneity
Opaque
Color
Silvery-white
Crystal Habit / Mode of Occurrence
Isometric - Hexoctahedral; typically found as small grains, flakes, or nuggets; rarely in cubic or octahedral crystals.
Fun Facts
Palladium has the unique ability to absorb up to 900 times its own volume in hydrogen at room temperature, making it important in hydrogen storage and purification. Common Uses: Catalytic converters in vehicles, jewelry, dentistry, electronics, chemical catalysts.