Most of the chemical elements are metals, like this bismuth crystal. The Element Photo Gallery displays the elements in their pure form.
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By Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D., About.com Guide
Bismuth is a crystalline white metal, with a pink tinge. The iridescent color of this bismuth crystal is the result of a thin oxide layer on its surface.
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