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@ Textured Green Metal Surface
Quacker begins his exploration of Metals.

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Copper Swirl
This is a piece of modern architectural work that is amazing in its use of swirling metal, which looks like it could almost be made of cloth, so graceful and lifelike are the curves.

@ Copper Swirl

Blue And Copper Egg
The first painted eggs came from Mesopotamia, and because eggs were forbidden food during Lent, people painted eggs while Lent was being observed—after Lent, they would eat the eggs on Easter Day.

Beautifully decorated eggs “pysanka” are associated with Ukraine, and the oldest painted egg that was unearthed in northern Ukraine is dated to the end of the 17th century.

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@ Iconic Route 66 Neon Sign
The Eiffel Tower is about six inches taller in the summer than in the winter. Why? Because steel and iron expand when heated.

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@ Rural British Postbox
Iron is galvanised by dipping it into molten zinc. The galvanisation process helps prevent rust.

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@ Corrugated Turquoise Metal
Noble metals—such as precious metals like silver, gold, and platinum—resist oxidation and corrosion in moist air.

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@ Antique Pocket Watch
Although substances such as aluminium and sodium are toxic to humans, other metals such as titanium will not react with any internal tissues. This is why titanium is often used to make bone braces and dental implants. Titanium will cannot be corroded by salt water, which is an important benefit for the shipping industry.

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@ Weathered Turquoise Metal
Noble metals—such as precious metals like silver, gold, and platinum—resist oxidation and corrosion in moist air.

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@ Textured Polished Metal
Were you ever told, growing up, not to suck on your pencil because it would poison you? The “lead” in a pencil is actually a mixture of graphite and clay; the more graphite, the softer and darker the point. The mistake in terminology can be traced back to the ancient Romans who actually used pieces of lead to draw lines on papyrus scrolls in order to guide them in writing with a tiny brush called a pencillus. Lead is a very soft metal and pieces readily rub off. The Romans never realised that lead was potentially toxic.

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@ Heaps of Silver
Sound travels fifteen times faster through steel than air.

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@ Iconic US mailbox
Have you ever noticed how often brass doorknobs and handrails are used in public buildings? That’s because brass, a copper alloy, is naturally antibacterial. (But you should still wash your hands!)

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Small and Greater Escalator
Escalators are an indispensable part of a mobile society. They keep people moving in virtually all areas of public life, from airports and railway stations to shopping centres, large department stores and even the larger hotels. They can handle a huge amount of people, and are beneficial to the elderly or those with reduced mobility, as an escalator can be fitted in the same space as stairs, and means they don't have to climb stairs. There is no waiting time either -- just stand on the first step, hold the handrail and be transported to the floor or floors above!

@ Small and Greater Escalator
Were you ever told, growing up, not to suck on your pencil because it would poison you? The “lead” in a pencil is actually a mixture of graphite and clay; the more graphite, the softer and darker the point. The mistake in terminology can be traced back to the ancient Romans who actually used pieces of lead to draw lines on papyrus scrolls in order to guide them in writing with a tiny brush called a pencillus. Lead is a very soft metal and pieces readily rub off. The Romans never realised that lead was potentially toxic.

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@ Red and Black Waves
Sound travels fifteen times faster through steel than air.

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@ Futuristic Cubes
One metal known as molybdenum was actually thought to be a carbon-rich substance known as graphite (common as a pencil lead) until 1781. This was not uncommon during the early days of scientific discovery.

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@ Rusty Iron Surface
Were you ever told, growing up, not to suck on your pencil because it would poison you? The “lead” in a pencil is actually a mixture of graphite and clay; the more graphite, the softer and darker the point. The mistake in terminology can be traced back to the ancient Romans who actually used pieces of lead to draw lines on papyrus scrolls in order to guide them in writing with a tiny brush called a pencillus. Lead is a very soft metal and pieces readily rub off. The Romans never realised that lead was potentially toxic.

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@ Antique Street Lamps
Oh look ... you found a truly unique little penguin!

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@ Steampunk
The Eiffel Tower is about six inches taller in the summer than in the winter. Why? Because steel and iron expand when heated.

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@ Antique Compass
Sound travels fifteen times faster through steel than air.

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A Whole Heap of Money
A pile of shiny euro coins!

@ A Whole Heap of Money
Noble metals—such as precious metals like silver, gold, and platinum—resist oxidation and corrosion in moist air.

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@ Metallic Half Moons
“They've got VR headsets for sale in the gift shop, Quacker!” exclaimed Flare. “I'm very tempted!”
”Wow!” said Quacker. "I'm tempted myself, but I imagine a decent headset would cost a good few golden moles!"

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@ Newton's Cradle
“They've got VR headsets for sale in the gift shop, Quacker!” exclaimed George. “I'm very tempted!”
”Wow!” said Quacker. "I'm tempted myself, but I imagine a decent headset would cost a good few golden moles!"

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On Track!
Just imagine where these tracks might lead ... what journeys will you go on in your mind? What can be seen past the curve round the bend?

@ On Track!
"I'm going to buy a bag of those silver stars, BOB," said Quacker. "It’ll be nice to sprinkle a few in with the Christmas gift paper when I’m wrapping presents in December!"
"That sounds like a great idea, Quacker!"

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@ Textured Aluminium Foil
Silver conducts electricity better than any other metal.

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@ Oslo Subway Tunnel
“They've got VR headsets for sale in the gift shop, Quacker!” exclaimed lily monet. “I'm very tempted!”
”Wow!” said Quacker. "I'm tempted myself, but I imagine a decent headset would cost a good few golden moles!"

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@ Ornate Iron Ladder
Alloys contain two or more elements mixed together; usually two metals or a metal and a non-metal.

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Gridlock!
This stainless steel grid becomes a thing of beauty when you see the symmetry and precision of its shiny silver-coloured tubes.

@ Gridlock!
Quacker has now completed his exploration of Metals. As he prepares to go home, he receives a wonderful gift!

Quacker has enjoyed his tour of Metals, but it is time to go home now! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also enjoy exotic materials!