Iron Atoms
Definition
Iron atoms are the basic units of iron, a metallic element that is essential for various biological processes and used in manufacturing steel. Each iron atom has 26 protons.
Related terms
Ferromagnetism: The basic mechanism by which certain materials (such as iron) form permanent magnets.
Oxidation State: The condition of an atom expressed by the number of electrons that it appears to have lost or gained.
Transition Metals: Any elements found in Groups 3-12 on the periodic table which includes iron.
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