Research an Element Project: Cobalt by Sadie Jones https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw Includes the history, uses, basic element information, and chemical compounds regarding Cobalt. Sources are also listed and evaluated. en-us 2020-09-08 17:55:05 UTC 2026-01-19 13:04:29 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f469-1f52c.png Atomic Information sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728594127 Atomic Symbol: Co
Atomic Number: 27]]> 2020-09-08 18:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728594127 What is in a single atom of Cobalt? sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728626845 27 Protons
27 Electrons
32 Neutrons]]> 2020-09-08 18:16:53 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728626845 0.001% sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728838906 is the percentage of Cobalt in the Earth's crust.

Source: Cobalt Chemical Element 3/4
This article was written by several contributors who, after further investigation of the site, are well-educated specialists. However, the motives of Britannica do spark concern. They press users to subscribe to emails and many advertisements are found throughout the website.]]> 2020-09-08 19:01:47 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/728838906 Cobalt & Mobile Phones sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731059075 About half of the Cobalt that is mined on Earth can be found in rechargeable batteries. The rechargable batteries in one's cell phone, for example, contains a poisitive cathode structure that cobalt plays a large role in. Cobalt allows rechargable batteries to function, leading to a more sustainable future.
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Rechargeable Batteries 3/4
Due to the fact that this article was composed by an engineer/enviromentalist/ holder of a Master's degree in Science, this source is reliable. It doesn't deserve a perfect four over a lack of references and a subscription offer. ]]> 2020-09-09 13:52:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731059075 Cobalt & Canned Cuisine sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731257570 Radioactive forms of Cobalt 60 can give off gamma rays. This form of radiation, when targeted at food, makes food safer to eat, allowing for an extended shelf life. Canned fruits and vegetables proceed through food irradiation.
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Food Irradiation: What You Need to Know 4/4
The FDA's article on food irradiation can be relied on considering it appears on an official website of the U.S. government. In addition, there aren't any advertisements in sight and the article was last updated in 2018.]]> 2020-09-09 14:28:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731257570 Cobalt & Cancer Treatment sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731470171 Since October 27, 1951, the Eldorado Cobalt-60 radiation technology has helped 35 million patients in their battle against cancer. This unit saves money, is easy to use, and is so reliable that it is utilized in 70% of radiation treatments. Having the ability to target deep-seated tumors without harming the skin is what sets Cobalt radiation apart from other types of radiation.
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Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the world’s first cancer treatment with Cobalt-60 radiation 3/4
Honoring the idea that the information above is provided by a hospital, this secondary source is reliable. However, the article uses self-promoting language in this article.]]> 2020-09-09 15:06:09 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/731470171 Check out this broadcast from 1951 that reports the first radiation procedure with Cobalt! So vintage! sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732146268 2020-09-09 17:10:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732146268 Cobalt & Ceramics sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732173788 Those who are interested in the art of ceramics, may reach for Cobalt Oxide when wanting to make their piece a pigmented blue color. Also, The Ceramic Shop claims that when Cobalt Oxide is mixed with certain elements properly, artists can get a green or purple color.
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Cobalt Oxide - The Ceramic Shop 2/4
This source is run by a ceramic artist and educator. The Ceramic Shop's motives are questionable, though, seeing that they have goods for sale.]]> 2020-09-09 17:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732173788 Cobalt & Animal Feed sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732336523 Cattle and sheep need cobalt in their diet in order to prevent a deficiency of vitamin B12 in their bodies. One way that farmers can get them to consume cobalt is by placing cobalt licks on their farms. Cobalt, when licked in this case, keeps cattle and sheep acting like themselves.
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Cobalt 'licks' aid deficiencies in sheep and cattle 3/4
This secondary source is a reputable news network. That being said, there are multiple advertisements and distracting headlines placed throughout the article's page.]]> 2020-09-09 17:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732336523 1. Cobalt Oxide (CoO) sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732508009 This compound is most commonly used as a pigment for cosmetics, textiles, drugs, and more.
Source: Cobalt(II) oxide 4/4
PubChem is run by the National Library of Medicine. Furthermore, this piece of information has been confirmed by a second source during the compilation of this project. ]]> 2020-09-09 18:16:37 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732508009 1. Cobaltous Arsenate sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732510354 Although Cobaltous Arsenate is less common these days, at one time it was useful in creating a violet pigment. This compound was evident in purple paints, glazes, and more.
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Cobaltous arsenate - Cameo 4/4
One reason why Cameo deserves a perfect score is because the website is developed by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Two additional reasons goes as follows; the fact that the article lists their citations and how it was updated less than one month ago.]]> 2020-09-09 18:17:04 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732510354 2. Cobalt Iodide sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732513374 Cobalt Iodide is a compound commonly utilized as a catalyst in chemical reactions. Phrased in a different way, Cobalt Iodide can be used to speed up or perform a chemical reaction in difficult conditions.
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Acetic Acid and its Derivatives 4/4

The conversation discussing what Cobalt Iodide does not have much room for opinions or bias. That being said, many chemistry experts contributed to the creation of this book, resulting in a perfect evaluation rating.
]]> 2020-09-09 18:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732513374 5. Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732518194 The penultimate compound worth sharing is this dissoluble crystalline Cobalt source. Similar to other Chloride compounds, Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate can conduct electricity because it is damp.
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Cobalt(II) Chloride Hexahydrate 2/4

American Elements is definitely aware what information they are publishing, for they manufacture products for 3M, NASA, GM, etc. However, they're motives are to make money and self-promote rather than simply educate others.
]]> 2020-09-09 18:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732518194 4. Cobalt Carbonate sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732523270 Cobalt Carbonate aids the human body in producing Vitamin B12 which is essential for digesting food efficiently. Humans receive this compound/nutrient through  ingredients like flour, sugar, and salt.
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CARE / Cobalt Carbonate 3/4
Although this source's motive is to sell chemicals, their company has a reputation to live up to. Maroon Group is a member of the National Association of Chemical Distributors and holds several certifications.]]> 2020-09-09 18:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732523270 Pink Tiles: Basic Element Information On Cobalt sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732712185 2020-09-09 19:00:41 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732712185 Green Tiles: Compounds Containing Cobalt sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732715038 2020-09-09 19:01:26 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732715038 Yellow Tiles: How Cobalt Is Useful In Our World sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732718071 2020-09-09 19:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732718071 Purple Tiles: The History Of Cobalt sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732722038 2020-09-09 19:03:12 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/732722038 sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/735675319 2020-09-10 15:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/735675319 The History of Cobalt Sources sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/735683361 1. Cobalt 3/4
First of all, this website is not run by a reputable organization. With that being said, the article lists its resources at the bottom of the page and shows a single motive; education.

2. It's Elemental - The Element Cobalt 4/4
The organization that runs this website is The Office of Science Education at Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility. In addition, this source also has that education-only motive.

3. Facts About Cobalt Live Science 2/4
Live Science is a social media and subscription source that would be knowledgeable about Cobalt. It is hard to tell what the author's motivations are due to the amount of advertisements and self-promotions, on the other hand.]]> 2020-09-10 15:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/735683361 Follow along with this audio recording on the History of Cobalt! sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/738686470 2020-09-11 14:02:12 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/738686470 sjones216 https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/738749974 2020-09-11 14:14:33 UTC https://padlet.com/sjones216/dcw7h4i1dfwzp4bw/wish/738749974