Zirconium is a metal with unique characteristics and is primarily found in the mineral zircon. Boasting a strong resistance to corrosion by acids, alkalis, and seawater, it is often used in the nuclear industry in radioactive shielding due to its low neutron absorption properties. Its applications extend beyond nuclear reactors, as Zirconium’s compounds also play pivotal roles in ceramics for capacitors, foundry equipment, and many other areas of material science.