Rhodium is a chemical element with symbol Rh and atomic number 45. It is a rare, silvery-white, hard, and chemically inert transition metal. It is a member of the platinum group.
Three reasons Rhodium stands out
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Used in catalytic converters and jewelry.
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It is consistently one of the most expensive metals on Earth, regularly costing more than gold.
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Its plating gives "white gold" jewellery its bright, durable, and highly reflective silver finish.
The rare catalyst beneath a car
Rhodium reflects light brilliantly and resists corrosion, but its greatest impact is less visible. Catalytic converters use it to reduce nitrogen oxides in exhaust. Because supply is tiny and tied to other platinum-group mining, rhodium prices can swing more dramatically than those of familiar precious metals.