This element is number 22 in the periodic table, it's a transition mental and has the atomic mass of 48. The chemical symbol is Ti. This element is famous for not only being part of a song, but its greyish color and its strength. Due to its strength, it is hard to extract and can therefore be expensive. Even though it is strong, it is also light! In comparison to the other elements, it is as strong as steel but also 45% lighter than steel. Boats, airplanes, rockets, and whatever other material that needs strong, yet light metal can benefit from its uses. It's the 9th most abundant element in the earth's crust.
Thoughts on this week's discussion:
I think science without social responsibility happened because everyone was too caught up on trying to "better" the world and make new discoveries. Almost to the point where greed became a factor because new discoveries would help bring fame and money. Unfortunately, the effects of what happens is usually the last thing many people think about- an afterthought. My opinion of Green Chemistry as a social movement is that it is a step in the right direction, but we do have a long ways to go. With anything, baby steps are needed to really make a positive direction, but I think more caution to be used. Especially with these products claiming how safe they are. With all this thought, I think we're far from being a green economy. However, at least it's becoming more of an effort to take a step in the right direction
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