Environmental systems scientist at the University of Delaware. Gallium metal has the unusual property of melting at room temperature and is often used as a curiosity prop in chemistry exhibitions.

The aluminum on a can amalgamates with the Gallium, and the end result is amazing to watch. Follow TI: On Facebook More from Science Gallium, a lesser common element, has some neat tricks up its ...

Article subjects are automatically applied from the ACS Subject Taxonomy and describe the scientific concepts and themes of the article. Gallium, a post-transition metal with iron-like properties, has ...