Palladium Unmasked: The Superhero Metal Powering Clean Energy and Modern Tech

From its asteroid-inspired name to its role in catalytic converters, hydrogen fuel cells, and a wide array of everyday tech, palladium is more than a shiny metal. This episode explores its place in the platinum group, its remarkable hydrogen-absorption powers, and its diverse uses—from jewelry and dentistry to electronics and even concert flutes—along with the investment highs and sustainability challenges it sparks. We’ll also peek at cutting-edge research on alternatives, alloying, and nanomaterials aimed at stretching or replacing palladium in a changing world.

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