Scientific Grade Aluminium Metal
Product Code : SCL-CA-12663
Quick Answer: The Scientific Grade Aluminium Metal is elemental aluminium (Al) for supervised lessons on metallic properties, conductivity, malleability, reactivity and the protective oxide layer that helps it resist corrosion.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Symbol Al, CAS 7429-90-5
- Atomic weight about 26.98 g/mol
- Silvery-white, malleable and ductile metal
- Shows metallic lustre, conductivity and surface oxidation
- Supports teacher-led work on reactivity, displacement and passivation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Aluminium |
| Symbol | Al |
| CAS number | 7429-90-5 |
| Atomic weight | About 26.98 g/mol |
About This Product
Aluminium lets students see and test what makes a metal: its lustre, how it can be shaped, how well it conducts, and how a thin oxide layer protects it from corrosion. Handling depends on the form, since fine powder or dust needs stricter ignition controls than solid pieces or foil. Clean, dry tools are used, dust is avoided, and fine material is kept away from flames, sparks, oxidisers and acids. The Scientific Grade Aluminium Metal is available for supply within India and for export to Georgia, Uzbekistan, Honduras, Sudan, Eswatini and Burundi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Why does aluminium resist corrosion?
A protective aluminium oxide layer forms on its surface. This passivation is one of the concepts the metal is used to demonstrate.
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