Overview
Rhodium is a rare, silvery white metal with exceptional corrosion resistance and catalytic activity.
Properties
It has high reflectivity, resists oxidation and is an excellent catalyst for automotive emission control.
Occurrence and Uses
Sourced from platinum ores, rhodium is used in catalytic converters, jewelry plating and specialized industrial catalysts.
Isotopes and Safety
Stable isotope Rh 103 is natural; rhodium is rare and expensive and handled with standard industrial safety measures.