Platinum is a very heavy, precious, silver-white metal that is soft and ductile and has a high melting point. It has good resistance to corrosion and chemical attack, and its surface remains bright even after being brought to white heat in air. Platinum also has a relatively high electrical resistivity and can absorb large volumes of hydrogen.
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