Name that element! This element can be a real gem. It helps scientists see distant planets, and allows hang gliders to lift off. If you treat this element with care, you'll be helping to clean up Earth. What is it? Follow these eight clues to find out.(PHYSICAL: CHEMISTRY)

From: Science World | Date: April 18, 2005| Author: | Copyright information

CLUE 1

COMMON COMBO

On its own, the mystery element is a soft, lightweight metal. But finding its pure form in nature is mission impossible. Although it's the most abundant metal in Earth's crust, it's always found in compounds (two or more elements that are chemically combined). That's because the smallest unit of this element, or its atom, is highly reactive. It combines easily with other atoms. Most rocks contain compounds of this element.

GOT IT ALREADY? SCORE 100 POINTS. IF NOT, READ CLUE #2.

CLUE 2

CLASSIC FASHION

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