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Discovered : by W. Crookes in 1861
Isolated in London, UK
Origin : The name is derived from the Greek thallos, meaning green shoot.
Description :
A soft, grey metal, rather like lead but it tarnishes easily. It was once used in rat poisons and hair removers but it is now banned.
Image :
Green shoots and reflective glass. |
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