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@ Textured Green Metal Surface
Yuuto 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 Gold 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
Almost 69% of all steel—more than 80 million tons—is recycled in North America each year. That’s more than aluminium, paper, plastic and glass combined. Steel’s magnetic properties make it easy to separate from the solid waste stream into the recycling stream.

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@ Rural British Postbox
"Oh, Ariilina, this VR part reminds me of something in the paper today," announced Yuuto.
"What's that, Yuuto?" asked Ariilina.
"New sarcophagus unearthed in Eqypt! Archaeologists find a mummy wrapped in gold foil. It was the tomb of Pharaoh Rocher!"
Ariilina groaned quietly.

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@ Corrugated Turquoise Metal
Up until the Middle Ages, there were only seven known metals: bronze, iron, gold, copper, silver, lead and mercury.

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@ Antique Pocket Watch
Noble metals—such as precious metals like silver, gold, and platinum—resist oxidation and corrosion in moist air.

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@ Weathered Turquoise Metal
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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@ Textured Polished Metal
At 3,400 degrees C, tungsten has the highest melting point of any metal in pure form. (Although carbon remains solid at higher temperatures, it changes to a gas rather than melting into a liquid).

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@ Heaps of Silver
"I'm going to buy a bag of those silver stars, Wily," said Yuuto. "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, Yuuto!"

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@ Iconic US mailbox
It is estimated that it took nearly 74 hours to produce a single, Saxon-hardened sword, meaning it would take almost twenty years for ten smiths plus assistants to produce enough swords for five thousand soldiers.

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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
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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@ Red and Black Waves
Almost 69% of all steel—more than 80 million tons—is recycled in North America each year. That’s more than aluminium, paper, plastic and glass combined. Steel’s magnetic properties make it easy to separate from the solid waste stream into the recycling stream.

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@ Futuristic Cubes
Archaeologists believe that the earliest forms of metal welding date back to 3500 BCE.

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@ Rusty Iron Surface
Up until the Middle Ages, there were only seven known metals: bronze, iron, gold, copper, silver, lead and mercury.

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

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

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@ Antique Compass
Almost 69% of all steel—more than 80 million tons—is recycled in North America each year. That’s more than aluminium, paper, plastic and glass combined. Steel’s magnetic properties make it easy to separate from the solid waste stream into the recycling stream.

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

@ A Whole Heap of Money
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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@ Metallic Half Moons
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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@ Newton's Cradle
Mercury has the lowest melting point of all metals—and it’s the only metal that’s liquid at ordinary room temperature and pressure.

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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!
Touching stainless steel will remove the smell of garlic and onion from your hands!

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@ Textured Aluminium Foil
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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@ Oslo Subway Tunnel
Mercury has the lowest melting point of all metals—and it’s the only metal that’s liquid at ordinary room temperature and pressure.

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@ Ornate Iron Ladder
It is estimated that it took nearly 74 hours to produce a single, Saxon-hardened sword, meaning it would take almost twenty years for ten smiths plus assistants to produce enough swords for five thousand soldiers.

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

Yuuto 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!