P L A T I N A

plat·i·num n. Symbol Pt A silver-white metallic element occurring worldwide, usually mixed with other metals such as iridium, osmium, or nickel. It is ductile and malleable, does not oxidize in air, and is used as a catalyst and in electrical components, jewelry, dentistry, and electroplating. Atomic number 78; atomic weight 195.08; melting point 1,772°C; boiling point 3,827°C; specific gravity 21.45; valence 2, 3, 4. See table at element. A medium to light gray. [New Latin, from Spanish platina, platinum. See platina.]

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March 20, 2005

Nearing Land

We knew that we were getting closer to land (we were about 330 Nautical miles from St. Lucia) because we saw a flock of shore birds. Seeing them was beautiful, but hearing their songs was delicious! Not long after that, we saw another sperm whale about 50 metres from Platina.

Posted by chis at March 20, 2005 11:10 PM

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