Aluminium
Definition
Aluminium is a chemical element with the symbol Al and atomic number 13. It is a silvery-white, lightweight metal that is highly reactive and abundant in the Earth's crust.
Analogy
Imagine aluminium as a superhero with the power to react quickly with other elements, like oxygen villains, to form compounds.
Related terms
Oxygen atoms: Oxygen atoms are the individual particles that make up molecules of oxygen gas (O₂). They have eight protons in their nucleus and are essential for many chemical reactions.
Aluminium oxide: Aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃) is a compound formed by the reaction between aluminium and oxygen. It is commonly known as alumina.
Aluminium sulfate: Aluminium sulfate (Al₂(SO₄)₃) is another compound containing aluminium. It is used in water treatment processes and as a preservative in some foods.
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